Felix Omoh-Asun in Benin City
History was made weekend when the Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku (*10*), Oba Ewuare II, carried out a symbolic ceremonial tee-off on the Benin Club Golf Section in Benin City, Edo State.
In a uncommon public look wealthy with royal heritage and symbolism, His Majesty— marking 10 years on the throne of Benin—struck 10 ceremonial golf balls as half of actions commemorating his decade on the throne.
The Oba was joined on the inexperienced by his youngsters, together with his daughter, Princess Amenaghawon, alongside his three sons—Prince Ikponmwosa, Prince Igbinosa, and Prince Idugbowa — that additionally took turns hitting ceremonial balls.
The transient but vibrant ceremony drew an viewers, together with high Benin palace chiefs, members of the native organising committee of the event, captains of business, event sponsors, {and professional} and newbie golfers from throughout Nigeria and past.
Speaking on the occasion, the chief organiser of the event, Prince Aghatise Erediauwa, described the competitors as a becoming tribute to a decade of peace, cultural renaissance and purposeful management below Oba Ewuare.
Prince Aghatise highlighted that the 2026 occasion marks the ninth version of the coronation anniversary collection, making a grand return after its final outing in 2022.
He praised the spectacular turnout of each skilled and newbie gamers, in addition to the overwhelming enthusiasm from contributors.
He mentioned: “You can see the enjoyment on everyone’s face at the moment. Normally, there’s a ceremonial tee-off. This has been a incredible golf event the place folks got here from all around the world—each skilled and newbie gamers.
”It has been going so effectively. We are excited that His Royal Majesty devoted his time to be with us on the event. We are extraordinarily delighted, and we thank him a lot for that.”
In an interview with journalists, the Director-General of the National Institute for Sports and former Edo Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, eulogised Oba Ewuare for the historic milestone, noting that the calibre of personalities current mirrored the importance of the event.
Shaibu counseled the royal father for selling peace and unity throughout Edo State, praying for affluent years forward on the throne of his forebears.
”As you possibly can see, everyone is round for this event. It exhibits the respect that we’ve for the Oba. May his reign proceed to convey progress to all of us,” he mentioned.
With the ceremonial tee-off concluded, the historic event wrapped up on a excessive observe, leaving contributors and dignitaries celebrating a decade of cultural delight, peace and progress below Oba Ewuare II, whereas eagerly anticipating a fair grander subsequent version
