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Benin's Oba opposes Edo State's Iyaloja title, calling it foreign and culturally inappropriate.
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has opposed the introduction of the Iyaloja title in Edo State, calling it foreign to Benin tradition and culturally inappropriate.
The Benin Traditional Council stated that market leadership, known as Iyeki, is traditionally chosen by market women and confirmed by the palace, not appointed by political figures.
It warned that politicizing the role through trade associations threatens cultural integrity and social peace.
The council emphasized that the Iyeki role is spiritual and local, not honorary or political, and criticized the lack of consultation with the palace before the title’s installation.
El Oba de Benín se opone al título de Iyaloja del Estado de Edo, calificándolo de extranjero y culturalmente inapropiado.