FIC REPORT (EDO STATE) – The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II has honoured Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, with an Ikele coral bead during a visit to the royal palace on Thursday, May 15, 2026.
The Presentation took place during a Courtesy visit by Traditional rulers from Nigeria’s geopolitical zones to the Oba’s Palace in Benin City. The honour was described as recognition of President Bola Tinubu’s goodwill towards traditional institutions.
In her remarks, Senator Tinubu congratulated the Oba on the 10th anniversary of his Coronation. She also pledged to work with traditional institutions and support women’s empowerment through her Renewed Hope Initiative.
A message from the Benin monarch, delivered by his eldest daughter, Princess Ikuoyemwen Amiowu-Ewuare, included prayers for wisdom, strength and discernment for President Tinubu and other Nigerian leaders. The Oba also reaffirmed his commitment to preserving Benin cultural heritage and promoting cultural unity.
The First Lady was accompanied by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, Edo Noth senetorial district, Sentor Adams Aliyu Oshiomhol; the Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo; First Ladies from Kogi, Kwara, Zamfara and Cross River States; and Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
By Egwaoje Amarachi Linda
CI&PRO, FIC Benin
October 15th, 2026
