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Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by spartanobad(m): 5:26am On May 02, 2016 |
Males in the Benin metropolis of Edo State have begun the shaving of their heads in honour of the late Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba n’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Erediauwa. The demise of the monarch was officially announced on Friday with the breaking of a native chalk by the Iyase of Benin Kingdom, Chief Sam Igbe. See Also: The Oba of Benin is officially dead Part of the mourning rites to be observed by Benin sons includes the shaving of heads and the closure of markets in the seven local government areas that make up the Benin Kingdom. Our correspondent, who visited some of the barber shops, observed a substantial compliance by many male residents, who hail from the affected areas. A barber on Owina Street, who gave his name as Akhere, said that he recorded a 50 per cent increase in the number of customers at his shop. He also said that he had less difficulty attending to them, since it was a complete shave, rather than the usual choice of hairstyle by his customers. See Also: Benin stands still as Stephen Keshi buries wife Akhere said, “Not many people came to have their heads shaved on Friday, when the palace made the announcement. But Saturday was different because a lot people came to do so; many of them were elderly men.” A resident, Mr. John Ehanire, described the act as a ‘privilege’ for all Benin sons. “I shaved my head to show respect for my late king. It is a rare privilege for us because it happens once in a long time,” he said. Besides, major markets were shut. Many traders were seen selling their wares on walkways at the Oba and New Benin markets. A market woman, who did not want her name in print, told SUNDAY PUNCH that activities could resume in the markets on Monday. Also, a visit to the Oba’s Palace showed that a condolence register had yet to be opened. Meanwhile, the Alake of Egbaland, and the Olu of Ilaro, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo and Oba Kehinde Olugbenle respectively on Saturday, mourned the death of the monarch and commiserated with the people of Benin and the governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole. See Also: Benin Timber market gutted by fire today They both described the departed monarch as an enigma and icon of the traditional institution in his lifetime. In his tribute, Oba Adedotun described the demise of Oba of Benin, as a great loss to the Benin Kingdom, the Yoruba race in Nigeria and in the Diaspora. He said, “He was a promoter, maintainer and sustainer of Benin rich culture and tradition.” On his part, Oba Olugbenle described the late monarch as a symbol of the rich Benin culture and tradition. He said, ‘‘His time witnessed tremendous transformation of the Benin Kingdom. He will no doubt be greatly missed by his people.” |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by LordIsaac(m): 5:48am On May 02, 2016 |
If I catch myself.... 2 Likes |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by acenazt: 6:16am On May 02, 2016 |
R u insane?? The ruler of Benin is not and will never be an igwe. What insult he is an OBA not some glorified village head. He is above even d obi if onitsha in power and status. Please correct ur topic heading |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by acenazt: 6:19am On May 02, 2016 |
Benin people funny sha pesin wey die since last year na now Dem dey announce d death. Dem don finally gather 200 ***** for the burial abi? |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by cassidy1996(m): 6:22am On May 02, 2016 |
oversabi.....fake news and fake reporter |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by NRIPRIEST(m): 6:23am On May 02, 2016 |
acenazt: And the best way to convey your message is through insult....Makes you more ignorant than the original poster. What you should have done is correct him. And I don't even think you know what the word "IGWE" stands for, in meaning. P.S Oba of Bini is only bigger in his enclave. |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by acenazt: 6:30am On May 02, 2016 |
NRIPRIEST:you should show me where I insulted u cos simple logic should show you I asked u a question " r u insane?" |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by talktonase(m): 6:53am On May 02, 2016 |
shave
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Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by spartanobad(m): 7:07am On May 02, 2016 |
acenazt:modified bt u sure dats d way to correct a mistake |
Re: Benin Men To Shave Their Hair In Honour Of Late OBA by acenazt: 12:34pm On May 02, 2016 |
spartanobad:apologies 1 Like |
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