Coronation: Use Indigenes describe Crown Prince’s visit as historic
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By Monday Ajogun
Benin, Oct. 18, 2016 (NAN) Prominent indigenes of Use community in Edo, have expressed gratitude to God for witnessing the planned visit by Prince Eheneden Erediawa’s to the village as part of his coronation activities.
News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that Prince Erediawa is expected to visit the Use community as part of coronation requirements.
Some of the residents said they were happy that culture was being fulfilled, and that they were grateful to God for the opportunity to be alive to witness the occasion.
NAN reports that Prince Erediauwa is expected to visit Use from Usama Palace to choose a name for his coronation on Thursday at Urho-Okpota in Benin.
Justice Esther Edigin, who hail from Use, said she was happy to be alive witness and experience today’s “Akhue ” (a game of marble).
She said that traditional ceremony like this, is significant in the life of every Benin person.
Edigin said that the historical event at Use Palace, “is as important as its significant in the then Benin kingdom.’’
Prince Blessing Abieyuwa, said that it is significant because “the Prince will visit as a Prince, but will return as an Oba after choosing his coronation name.
“This is a joyous moment and an unforgettable historical occasion.
“It is a very special moment for the community as prominent sons and daughters will be expected to be back home to witness it.
“The occasion will also attract dignitaries from all walks of life to Use palace to observe the `Akhue’ (the magic marble), from which the name will be pronounced,’’she said.
Others, who spoke, told NAN that they were excited as they look forward to witnessing the Crown Prince’s visit to Use palace. (NAN)
Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa/Julius Enehikhuere