49-years after death: Oba of Benin begins burial ceremony of mother

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has commenced the burial ceremony of his mother, Iyoba Omo N’ Ikuoyemwen, Iyoba Ewuare II, with various traditional rites (Iwarinnwin), which started on Saturday and will last for two weeks.

Penpushing reports that the traditional rites, started at Eguae Iyoba N’ Uselu, by 5-junction in Benin, and will last till March 27,2025, while record has it that the event is significant because it’s happening 49 years after the mother died.

The Benin Customs and tradition, has it that the funeral rites cannot hold until the current Oba, who was then the Edaiken (Crown Prince), was crowned, while the climax of the ceremony tagged: Ekasa, will take place at the Oba’s Palace.

Penpushing further reports that the Oba as the chief mourner, is expected to lead the procession during the ceremony, accompanied by his chiefs, palace officials, and other dignitaries, and make offerings to his mother’s spirit, seeking her blessings and protection.

The royal father as the leader of the kingdom, is responsible for ensuring that the burial rites are performed according to traditional customs and protocols, and during this period, the use of traditional Coral beads is suspended in the Palace and the Kingdom.

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