The Netherlands returns looted Benin artefact, 129 years after
…Oba Ewuare II to reestablish ties with PortugalBy Ozioruva Aliu The Netherlands, Tuesday, returned a Benin artefact to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, 129 years after the invasion of the Benin Kingdom.The presentation took place at the Oba’s Palace in Benin City as part of activities marking the traditional ruler’s 10th coronation anniversary.Meanwhile,…
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[Claude] Report 2 covers the same Dutch return of a Benin artefact to Oba Ewuare II, while Report 3 describes a different return tied to his 10th coronation anniversary, so it is a separate occurrence.
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