Nicely written dear. I like the fact that you are well informed about your culture.
I can remember when I was still in school (University of Benin) and we heard the news of the death of the Oba. I had to stay indoors for fear of being used to buried with the king.
It was really scary.

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However Benin city has done a good job with trying to preserve their culture. I love the respect given to the Oba. I always hear people singing his praise.