Oba of Benin suspends two chiefs over absence from palace duties
The Benin Traditional Council has announced the suspension of two chiefs from the palace of the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II.
This is contained in a statement signed by Frank Irabor, the secretary of the Benin Traditional Council, on Thursday.
The statement said the suspension of John Igiehon, the Izuwako of Benin, and Aimuiukpomonyako Oghogho (Ebengho), the Oyenmwensoba of Benin, is with immediate effect.
It explained that the suspension was due to their long absence from the palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their palace responsibilities.
The statement advised the public to be wary of “unscrupulous chiefs” who are no longer functioning in the palace.
It said the suspension had been approved by the Oba of Benin.
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