Oba of Benin announces immediate suspension of two chiefs

The Benin Traditional Council has confirmed that two senior chiefs have been suspended from the palace of the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by Mr. Frank Irabor, Secretary of the Benin Traditional Council.

According to the statement, Chief John Igiehon, the Izuwako of Benin, and Chief Aimuiukpomonyako Oghogho (Ebengho), the Oyenmwensoba of Benin, have been relieved of their palace duties with immediate effect.

The council explained that their suspension followed an extended period of absence from the palace, which hindered them from performing their assigned responsibilities.

The statement also cautioned members of the public to beware of “unscrupulous chiefs” who no longer hold active roles in the royal court.

Approval for the disciplinary action was granted by the Oba of Benin.