Ex-Senate President mourns late Benin Monarch, Oba Erediauwa
He noted that the respected Benin monarch was a leader who distinguished himself in many aspects, especially in the preservation of African culture and tradition.
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In a statement signed by Paul Mumeh, the Media Assistant to Mark, the senator described the late Oba as ``a true African leader whose demise is a monumental loss to the nation’’.
Mark stated that Oba Erediauwa's reign was a unique era in the contemporary history of Nigeria, adding that it was characterised by peace, unity and progress in the kingdom.
``Nobody can deny the fact that Oba Erediauwa was a true African leader who placed high priority on the protection and welfare of his people at all times.
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``He made the ancient city of Benin the centre of attraction and indeed accommodated both indigenes and foreigners alike.
``The harmonious and peaceful coexistence between and among different tribes and religions in Edo state during Oba Erediauwa's reign is to his credit.
``He was a great king who upheld the sanctity of the truth, no matter the circumstances and ensured that there was fairness and equity to all.
``His strongest weapon was the truth and he deployed it effectively in the administration of the Benin kingdom,” he said.
Mark noted that the late Oba had left a huge vacuum and prayed for God's wisdom for the next Crown Prince and the Benin Traditional council to fill the vacuum effectively.
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He urged the Benin Kingdom to uphold the great virtues which the Oba had exhibited.He stressed the need for the Government of Edo to immortalise the late monarch.
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