Podcasts about Benin City

Police In Edo Arrest 7 Alleged Cultists While In Action Against Okada Riderhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/police-in-edo-arrest-7-alleged-cultists-while-in-action-against-okada-rider/11/06/2025/#Nigeria Police Force #Benin #edo #Police #Sapele ©June 11th, 2025 ®June 11, 2025 10:16 am Policemen in Edo State of Nigeria have arrested seven persons suspected to be members of a secret cult group while the suspects were in the act trying to kill a commercial motorcycle driver also known as Okada rider at Sapele road axis in Benin City. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Naira Abuse - Issue In Benin After Tony Kabaka Honours EFCC Invitationhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/naira-abuse-issue-in-benin-after-tony-kabaka-honours-efcc-invitation/29/05/2025/#Issues #Adun #Amagba #Benin #edo #EFCC #Obaseki #Obazee #TLatifah ©May 29th, 2025 ®May 29, 2025 4:03 pm Anthony Adun aka Tony Kabaka one of the most prominent Youths Leaders in Nigeria believed to have thousands of youths very loyal to him, during the week, came out with a video press release to confirm before the general public that he was invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC over petitions and allegations of naira abuse, stating that, he honoured the invitation because ‘nobody is above the law', but, he decided to issue the video press release because of Albert Obazee, a loyalist of the immediate past Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, whom, he accused of always insulting him and trying to spoil his name on social media, thus, he issued a threat message to pluck off his teeth and break his bones with his own bare hands, anytime Albert Obazee who is currently living in London comes to Nigeria, adding that, since, his parents cannot call him to order, and if Albert Obazee ever insults him on social media platforms again, his parents home will be visited and the parents will start feeling the heat, although, in less than 24 hours after issuing the statement, Tony Kabaka issued another video press release at night, apologizing to the parents of Albert Obazee and withdrew his apparent threat messages earlier issued against them, but hours after issuing the apology message on Tuesday, on Wednesday, Albert Obazee cried out on social media, raised an alarm that his own house situated at Amagba area in Benin City has been attacked and properties destroyed by people he suspected to be Tony Kabaka and his boys. #OsazuwaAkonedo

CP Arrests Policemen Seen Destroying Vehicles Over Edo Youths Attack On IRThttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/cp-arrests-policemen-seen-destroying-vehicles-over-edo-youths-attack-on-irt/28/05/2025/#Nigeria Police Force #Benin #edo #Okhumwun #Oluku #Police ©May 28th, 2025 ®May 28, 2025 9:10 pm Edo State Police Commissioner, Monday Agbonika says he has arrested policemen seen venting their anger and destroying vehicles in Benin City after they were sent as a backup team to rescue their colleagues, some men of the Inspector General of Police Intelligence Response Team, IRT who apparently were overpowered by a group of youths who protested, demanded and ensured the IRT officers released the suspects the special police officers had arrested on ground of alleged unlawful arrest, wit to extort money from the suspects, forcing the protesting youths to vandalize the police vehicle at Okhumwun quarters in Oluku area of Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State last week, and in addition to this, the Inspector General of Police has also subjected six officers including their supervisor to a disciplinary action after a viral video that was circulated on TikTok and other social media platforms saw one of the officers of the Nigerian Police Force extorting money from travellers along the Benin Bypass in Edo State under the pretense of enforcing the Electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) certificate, even when the Inspector General of Police has long suspended the enforcement since July 2024. #OsazuwaAkonedo

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Ken Faulkner, Associate Principal at Adjaye Associates in their Accra, Ghana office. Adjaye has offices in New York, London, and Accra. They discuss the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Nigeria.You can see the project here as you listen along.Tucked within the historic moats of Benin City, Nigeria, the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) Institute emerges as a contemporary landmark deeply grounded in tradition. Built from rammed earth and other locally sourced materials, this low-lying, thoughtfully designed structure marks the first chapter of MOWAA's ambitious Creative Campus. It stands as both a pioneering example of sustainable architecture and a tribute to the cultural legacy of the Benin Kingdom.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

Alleged Police Harassment In Edo - CP Warns PoS Operatorshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/alleged-police-harassment-in-edo-cp-warns-pos-operators/15/05/2025/#Nigeria Police Force #Benin #edo #Police ©May 15th, 2025 ®May 15, 2025 10:31 pm Edo State Police Commissioner, Monday Agbonika has cautioned operators of Point of Sale, P.O.S to be careful while allowing men of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF in unmarked vehicles to transact with them, with specific instructions that the P.O.S operators in the state must henceforth demand and keep the official records of such policeman or policemen he or she decides to do business with, before initiating any financial transaction with the security operatives, the Commissioner of Police made this known on Thursday after he hosted a group of stakeholders in the entertainment industry in the state to a meeting held at the commissioner's office on Tuesday, following the massive public outcry which include voices from some popular entertainment celebrities like Aifuwa Gift Esohe aka Edo Princess, Lawrence Osarenkhoe aka MC Casino, Gbadamosi Agbonjor Jonathan aka Edo Pikin among others who trend on social media the allegations of policemen constantly harassing and extorting money from young Nigerians in the ancient city, Benin City, the Edo State capital, the allegations apparently gave further sufficient strength to the virtual evidence of a White lady seen on social media on April 27, 2025 video recording group of policemen along the Airport road in Benin City who allegedly turned official roadblock of stop and search to prevent crime into a criminal ambush of threatening to attack innocent citizens probably to rob them at gunpoint by thus forcing them to pay them certain amount of money through the aid of a P.O.S operator. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Kidnapping In Edo - New Law Indicates Friends Risk 14 Years Imprisonmenthttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/kidnapping-in-edo-new-law-indicates-friends-risk-14-years-imprisonment/16/05/2025/#Law #Aduwawa #Benin #edo #Okpebholo ©May 16th, 2025 ®May 16, 2025 7:52 am Edo State Government under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo has explained and given wider clarifications to the new anti kidnapping laws in the state, with specifications that, friend or family member of suspected kidnapper or any person suspected to have made an attempt to kidnap, discovering such friend or family member to have hidden or provide a temporary stay or shelter to the criminal suspect, with complete disregard to the level of innocency such a friend or family member may be found to be in connection with the crime, the New laws stipulate 14 years imprisonment with no option of fine for such shelter provider or providers, this, the Edo State Government published the clarification a day after the government demolished a house of an elder sister of suspected kidnap gang member along College road at Aduwawa area in Benin City simply because the suspect was living in the house; according to the news report as broadcasted by Okpella Television, with additional information that the elder sister of the suspect is not living in Nigeria, she has been in abroad where she has been working and providing financial support to her younger brother who got himself into the crime of kidnapping business for a reward of ₦350,000. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Cult War In Edo - Matters Arising As Govt Blacklists Neo Black Movementhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/cult-war-in-edo-matters-arising-as-govt-blacklists-neo-black-movement/16/05/2025/#Issues #Benin #edo #Kakor #Okpebholo ©May 16th, 2025 ®May 16, 2025 2:20 pm Edo State Government led by Governor Monday Okpebholo has issued an Executive Order, blacklisting a government registered acclaimed sociocultural organisation, the Neo Black Movement, NBM as a violent organisation among those responsible for violent crimes of high rates of secret cult related homicide  killings in the state, and in a swift reaction, the President of the Neo Black Movement of Africa, NBM, Olorogun Ese Kakor while speaking with a panel of presenters at Arise News Television during the TV programme, accused the Governor, Monday Okpebholo of allegedly using members of the Black Axe Confraternity during his election, adding that the Governor never consulted with them to know if members of Black Axe Confraternity are also members of the Neo Black Movement, saying, the Governor is now attacking NBM because of Black Axe, stressing that, Black Axe Confraternity is a criminal organisation, insisting that, members of the confraternity are never members of the NBM, and shortly after the NBM President statement, large group of Youths in Edo State led a solidarity protest match to the Edo State Government House in Benin City to express their support and willingness to defend the government policies and actions to stop the massive destructions of lives and creation of young widows and high rates of fatherless children in the state due to secret cult activities; this, assessments of some of the pro government policy protesters indicated that some of them are people who may have identified themselves in the past as members of the Neo Black Movement and they also appeared to be people very loyal to one of the prominent leaders of the NBM, Anthony Adun aka Tony Kabaka who trend when he was interviewed about the activities of the NBM in a BBC documentary published by the British broadcasting service some years back. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Cult War In Edo - Govt Warns Neo Black Movement, To Demolish More Houseshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/cult-war-in-edo-govt-warns-neo-black-movement-to-demolish-more-houses/12/05/2025/#Issues #Amagba #edo #Okpebholo ©May 12th, 2025 ®May 12, 2025 5:31 pm In apparent anger, Edo State Government under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo has issued a serious warning with a strong message sent to the President of the Neo Black Movement of Africa, NBM, Olorogun Ese Kakor that the Edo State Government has started consultations to enable it take more appropriate legal action against the Neo Black Movement, saying, the International Headquarters or Secretariat of the Movement situated AT Amagba area in Benin City that was demolished last month by the State Government, has been an enclave used for planning and execution of secret cult related killings by members of the Neo Black Movement the Governor also referred to and described as Black Axe secret cult, probably expressing more anger that the leadership and members of the Neo Black Movement had the courage to come out publicly to identify themselves with the demolished building, the governor said they will be made to face prosecution, this, the National President of the Neo Black Movement, Olorogun Ese Kakor while speaking in reaction to the demolished building on Arise News TV programme, said, the Movement is not Black Axe, emphasizing that Black Axe is a criminal organisation while the Neo Black Movement is a social cultural organisation that promote and engage in humanitarian services. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Artist and maker Bisila Noha presents a diary of the processes and experiences of learning at famous casting epicentre Igun Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edo Residents Handovers 4 Herdsmen Caught With Guns To Policehttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/edo-residents-handovers-4-herdsmen-caught-with-guns-to-police/13/04/2025/#Issues #Benin #Doguwa #edo #Kano #OrhionmwoN #Uvbe ©April 13th, 2025 ®April 13, 2025 1:49 pm Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that some residents including vigilante members have handed over to it, four persons from Kano State caught with dane guns in Benin City, the police said the suspects are hunters and not herdsmen as alleged by members of the public, and on the other hand, the Kano State Government has submitted the actual names of victims and their next of kin to the Edo State Counterpart over the killing of travellers caught with guns at Uromi last Month by irate mobs. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Late last year a new museum opened its doors in Lagos, Nigeria, called The John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History. It is among a new generation of African cultural institutions – including the Bet Bi museum in Senegal, by Mariam Kamara, and the Museum of West African Art in Benin City by Adjaye Associates – which in different ways attempts to reimagine both the form and format of the contemporary museum from an African perspective. This week we speak with Seun Oduwole, who lead the design of the John Randle Centre. Oduwole is a Nigerian architect and the Principal Architect at SI.SA, a Lagos-based firm he founded in 2015. He earned his architecture degree from the University of Nottingham and gained experience at Hopkins & Partners, Benoy, and Sheppard Robson. Upon returning to Nigeria, he worked at Shelter Design Partnership and later became a partner at Brown inQ before establishing SI.SA. ​ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Court Remands 2 To Prison For Murder Over Edo PSR, Bus Driver's Actionhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/court-remands-2-to-prison-for-murder-over-edo-psr-bus-drivers-action/24/03/2025/#Law #Benin #EboStone #edo #Okpebholo #Okungbowa #PSR ©March 24th, 2025 ®March 24, 2025 1:17 pm Edo State High Court sitting in Benin City on Wednesday remanded two persons, a Bus Driver and one other person to prison for murder over the killing of a two years old baby at Ring Road popular area in Benin City when an official of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team, PSRT allegedly dragged steering wheel with the bus driver, causing the moving vehicle to veer off the road to snatch and smashed the baby girl on the pedestrian lane, this, the Investigative Police Officer, IPO, ASP Regina Obayuwana testified before the Court that the murder was committed when the bus driver dragged the steering wheel with an official of the PSR, but, the PSR official was apparently not arraigned with the two other murder suspects even when the police testimony indicated that the PSR official maybe the principal suspect in the murder case  because there is seemly no justification for any law enforcement officer to hold or drag the steering wheel of a vehicle even if the driver of the vehicle is a high profile criminal suspect. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Edo PSR Official Linked To Accident Involving A Baby Not Dead - Ebo Stonehttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/edo-psr-official-linked-to-accident-involving-a-baby-not-dead-ebo-stone/15/03/2025/#Life #Benin #Ebo #edo #Okpebholo #PSR ©March 15th, 2025 ®March 15, 2025 4:29 pm Coordinator of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team, PSR, Kelly Okungbowa aka Ebo Stone – the PSR team that was suspended on Friday indefinitely by the state government has debunked rumours and speculations that one of the PSR officials that was lynched by mob over the death of a 2-year-old baby girl in Benin City on Wednesday after the official allegedly dragged steering wheel with the Bus Driver of a moving vehicle is dead, speaking with the PSR official at an undisclosed hospital in Benin City, Ebo Stone said he decided to do a video press release with the victim at the hospital bed to prove to those, apparently happy over the unfortunate incident that the PSR official is not dead. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Gov Okpebholo Suspends  Edo PSR Indefinitely, Ebo Stone Reactshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/gov-okpebholo-suspends-edo-psr-indefinitely-ebo-stone-reacts/14/03/2025/#Life #Benin #Ebo #edo #Okpebholo #PSR ©March 14th, 2025 ®March 14, 2025 8:39 pm Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has indefinitely suspended the operational activities of the state Public Safety Response Team, PSR days after an official of the PSR allegedly dragged steering wheel with the driver of a moving bus – leading to an accident that killed a two-year-old baby in Benin City, this, the State Coordinator of the PSR, Kelly Okungbowa aka Ebo Stone reacted and said he supported the governor for the PSR suspension. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Baby Dead After Bus Driver Rammed Into Pedestrians Running From Edo PSRhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/baby-dead-after-bus-driver-rammed-into-pedestrians-running-from-edo-psr/13/03/2025/#Life #Ebo #edo #Okpebholo #PSR ©March 13th, 2025 ®March 13, 2025 5:35 pm Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the killing of a 2 years old baby after a bus driver rammed the bus into a group of pedestrians while running away from the Edo State Public Safety Response Team, PSR at the highly populated Ring Road in Benin City, this, the State Coordinator of the PSR, Kelly Okungbowa aka Ebo Stone apologized to the bereaved family and promised to take action against the PSR official who allegedly gave the bus driver a chase. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Edo Raid 'Ashawo' Joints In Benin City, Make Arrestshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/edo-raid-ashawo-joints-in-benin-city-make-arrests/26/02/2025/#Entertainment #Benin #EDMA #Ihama #Okpebholo ©February 26th, 2025 ®February 26, 2025 12:20 pm Edo State Government under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo has raided some popular ashawo joints in Benin City, the state capital and made arrests with one of the arrested suspects insisting she's not a commercial sex worker, that, she only came out to buy or get something for herself around Ihama area at night when the taskforce led by the Edo State Migration Agency, EDMA raided the area in continuation of the 34 persons arrested earlier in the month inline with the Edo State Law on human trafficking and Irregular Migration. #OsazuwaAkonedo

EDSG To Probe Obaseki, PDP After Rain Kill 1, Fall Tinubu Edo Is Working Adhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/edsg-to-probe-obaseki-pdp-after-rain-kill-1-fall-tinubu-edo-is-working-ad/21/02/2025/#Politics #Benin #edo #Etim #Obaseki #Ogbe #Okpebholo #Siluko #Stadium #Tinubu ©February 21st, 2025 ®February 21, 2025 7:40 pm Edo State Government under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo has said it will probe the immediate past Governor of the state, Godwin Obaseki and his political party, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP after rain with breeze cut broken a telecommunication mast at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, killing one of the event decorators, Pius Etim whom privileged video showed that he was apparently left to die as Pius Etim was seen in the video, trapped under the iron pole and begging for rescue for some minutes which no one apparently didn't made effort to help him at an event organised by Governor Okpebholo to mark his 100 days in office just as same day, the rain also cut broken a very large billboard with the photograph of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu done on it with a bold caption, “Baba, Edo Is Working”; although the rain fell the political ad on a moving car but the occupant of the vehicle survived the accident. #OsazuwaAkonedo

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Edo Ex NLC Chairman Eboigbodin Who Dies At Police Checkpoint Lay In Statehttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/edo-ex-nlc-chairman-eboigbodin-who-dies-at-police-checkpoint-lay-in-state/16/01/2025/#Life #ANEEJ #Benin #David #Eboigbodin #edo #Kaduna #NLC #NULGE #Okpebholo #Orhionmwon #Police #Ugolor #Uson ©January 16th, 2025 ®January 16, 2025 10:48 pm Kaduna Eboigbodin, a native of Uson village in Orhionmwon local government area of Edo State and the state former Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC who collapsed and later died after alleged heated argument with men of the Nigeria Police Force at a police checkpoint along Upper Sakponba road in Benin City was on Thursday lain in state at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Katie and Steve speak with their colleague Eden Burgess and guest Dr. Ndubuisi C. Ezeluomba, Curator of African Art at the Virginia Museum of Fine Art and an expert in Benin Bronzes, about the artistic history of Benin City in current day Nigeria, the fate of the Benin Bronzes that dispersed around the world after the British invasion and looting of Benin Kingdom in 1897, and how we should think about ownership and possession of these valuable objects today.   Notes for this episode: https://artlawpodcast.com/2025/01/13/who-should-control-the-benin-bronzes/   Follow the Art Law Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artlawpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@artlawpodcast Katie and Steve discuss topics based on news and magazine articles and court filings and not based on original research unless specifically noted.

Around the world, people understand life and each other in vastly different ways. In "What Do We Know?," we will delve into profound ways of knowing often dismissed by Western thought, including intuition, artistic expression, empathy, and the wisdom of dreams. We will explore diverse, non-Western approaches to knowledge formation including interconnection, collective well-being, intuition, and other ways of knowing. Hosted by Commonweal Narrative Director Susan Grelock Yusem. In the first conversation in the series, join Nigerian-born artist, storyteller, and pacemaker Okhiogbe Omonblanks Omonhinmin for a conversation about his work, life, and family. Okhiogbe Omonblanks Omonhinmin First things first, Okhiogbe Omonblanks Omonhinmin na the pikin of Victoria Elomese Omonhinmin and Cosmos Ijogbe Omonhinmin, E family big well well and e believe say all these things na very important reason wey make am the person wey e be today, because of the type of pikin wey e be to e mama and papa, the type of brother wey e be to e siblings and the nephew, cousin and uncle wey e be to e extender family and the different communities wey e don stay, all join to make am the very person wey dey do the type of work wey e dey do and difference nor dey between e work and daily life, all of dem joining together as storyteller and spacemaker. Na for Benin City, for Nigeria naim dem born Okhiogbe Omonblanks Omonhinmin. Omonblanks na interdisciplinary creative or “ambassador of entanglement” wey dey use everything e fit use take make things happen, like form or position wey e need take do e project. He believe say the body na memory collector, and everything wey we dey do get e own life. The evidence dey show through e relationship with people, stories, spaces, spices, and cooking. Shared collected memories and food na key parts of e practice and e work get plenty elements of social engagement. https://theartconcept.org Host Susan Grelock Yusem Susan is a researcher, storyteller, and super-curious human. She believes that psychology can be a generative force for environmental sustainability and social justice. Susan is a depth-based community psychologist who has built teams and led communications for over 20 years in the regenerative food space. Her work is centered in the imaginal and narrative repair. She is a reader, writer, and runner. She serves as Commonweal's director of narrative development. susangrelockyusem.site The New School at Commonweal is a collaborative learning community offering conversations about nature, culture, and inner life---so that we can all find meaning, meet inspiring people, and explore the beauty and grief of our changing world. tns.commonweal.org . Find out more about The New School at Commonweal on our website: tns.commonweal.org. And like/follow our Soundcloud channel for more great podcasts.

Woman Subjected To Torture For Crossing Military Barricade In Edo Election ~ OsazuwaAkonedo #Benin #CDS #Christopher #edo #Egbetokun #election #Frank #Gwabin #Igp #Iyaro #Kayode #Mba #military #Musa #Oredo #Police #soldiers #Woman https://osazuwaakonedo.news/woman-subjected-to-torture-for-crossing-military-barricade-in-edo-election/21/09/2024/ #Breaking News Published: September 21st, 2024 Reshared: September 21, 2024 12:25 pm Residents in Benin City, the Edo State Capital have reported a case of a

The ongoing Nigerian gang wars are a violent manifestation of socio-economic challenges, territorial disputes, and political manipulation that have escalated across various regions in Nigeria. These conflicts often involve rival gangs fighting for control over lucrative illegal activities, such as drug trafficking, kidnapping for ransom, armed robbery, and oil theft, particularly in urban areas like Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Benin City. The clashes are driven by a combination of factors, including unemployment, poverty, and the proliferation of small arms, which have made it easier for gangs to acquire weapons and recruit members. Ethnic tensions and historical grievances also play a role, as gangs often form along ethnic lines, leading to more targeted and brutal violence.Political corruption and the use of gangs as tools of intimidation during elections have further complicated the situation. Politicians in Nigeria are often accused of arming and funding gangs to disrupt the political process or secure votes, creating a cycle of violence that extends beyond the electoral period. The Nigerian government and law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in curbing these conflicts due to a lack of resources, corruption within the police force, and the gangs' deep-rooted connections to local communities. As a result, the Nigerian gang wars continue to pose a severe threat to stability and public safety in the affected regions, contributing to an ongoing humanitarian crisis marked by displacement, loss of life, and economic disruption.(commercial at 7:52)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The ongoing Nigerian gang wars are a violent manifestation of socio-economic challenges, territorial disputes, and political manipulation that have escalated across various regions in Nigeria. These conflicts often involve rival gangs fighting for control over lucrative illegal activities, such as drug trafficking, kidnapping for ransom, armed robbery, and oil theft, particularly in urban areas like Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Benin City. The clashes are driven by a combination of factors, including unemployment, poverty, and the proliferation of small arms, which have made it easier for gangs to acquire weapons and recruit members. Ethnic tensions and historical grievances also play a role, as gangs often form along ethnic lines, leading to more targeted and brutal violence.Political corruption and the use of gangs as tools of intimidation during elections have further complicated the situation. Politicians in Nigeria are often accused of arming and funding gangs to disrupt the political process or secure votes, creating a cycle of violence that extends beyond the electoral period. The Nigerian government and law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in curbing these conflicts due to a lack of resources, corruption within the police force, and the gangs' deep-rooted connections to local communities. As a result, the Nigerian gang wars continue to pose a severe threat to stability and public safety in the affected regions, contributing to an ongoing humanitarian crisis marked by displacement, loss of life, and economic disruption.(commercial at 7:52)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The ongoing Nigerian gang wars are a violent manifestation of socio-economic challenges, territorial disputes, and political manipulation that have escalated across various regions in Nigeria. These conflicts often involve rival gangs fighting for control over lucrative illegal activities, such as drug trafficking, kidnapping for ransom, armed robbery, and oil theft, particularly in urban areas like Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Benin City. The clashes are driven by a combination of factors, including unemployment, poverty, and the proliferation of small arms, which have made it easier for gangs to acquire weapons and recruit members. Ethnic tensions and historical grievances also play a role, as gangs often form along ethnic lines, leading to more targeted and brutal violence.Political corruption and the use of gangs as tools of intimidation during elections have further complicated the situation. Politicians in Nigeria are often accused of arming and funding gangs to disrupt the political process or secure votes, creating a cycle of violence that extends beyond the electoral period. The Nigerian government and law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in curbing these conflicts due to a lack of resources, corruption within the police force, and the gangs' deep-rooted connections to local communities. As a result, the Nigerian gang wars continue to pose a severe threat to stability and public safety in the affected regions, contributing to an ongoing humanitarian crisis marked by displacement, loss of life, and economic disruption.(commercial at 7:52)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

✅  Subscribe Like And Leave A Comment ✅  Episodes Drops Weekly And Available On All Platforms Rema's unexpected second album, *HEIS*, expands on the innovative "Afrorave" genre he pioneered with his debut album *Rave & Roses* from 2022, showcasing a bold musical evolution. The album emerges as a poignant declaration, especially in light of Rema's experiences with misinterpretations of his stage aesthetics—such as Gothic visuals at a London concert—which some mistakenly viewed as dark or sinister. He clarified that these elements actually celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Benin City, his hometown in Nigeria, emphasizing a long-standing personal connection to these symbols.*HEIS* was a surprise release but displays meticulous craftsmanship, starting with the edgy electronic sounds and dynamic beats of "March Am." Rema's vocal style continues to captivate, blending smoothness with intensity across songs that weave together multiple languages including Pidgin, Bini, Yoruba, and English. This album also integrates a diverse mix of musical influences, incorporating genres like trap, house, and pop, alongside West African roots music, melodies reminiscent of West Asian tunes, and cinematic scores. This eclectic fusion underscores Rema's role in illustrating the vast scope of Afrobeat music and the ongoing expansion of Western audiences' appreciation for pan-African talent.

Tori Danner (Theater MFA 19) was born in Benin City, Nigeria and raised in Kuwait. She received a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Mass Communications and Media from the American University of Kuwait. Her dream from an early age, however, was to become an actress, so she decided to pursue an MFA in Acting at CalArts. Shortly after graduating, Tori booked a recurring role on the hit CBS comedy series, Bob Hearts Abishola. The Beyond the Blue Wall Season 3 theme music (the intro“Lima” and the outro “Salta”) was created and performed by 2018 graduate, Nicolas Savignano. You can learn more about Nico by visiting him on Instagram at @_oknico. Beyond the Blue Wall is a production of the CalArts Office of Advancement. You can find all of the episodes at calarts.edu/btbw.

Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into Osasu and Mike's traditional wedding in Benin City, Nigeria. Discover the mesmerizing details of this cultural celebration, including the surprising revelation that Osasu is a princess. We were astonished to learn that the wedding was broadcast live on a TV station in Benin City, adding a modern twist to the traditional festivities. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and intricate traditions that preceded the joyous celebration as we unravel the fascinating components of this unforgettable event. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youngblacktravelers/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youngblacktravelers/support

“West African culture is starting to become the future” says Phillip Ihenacho, the director of the newly established Museum of West African Art. What if you built a new museum in West Africa, where a glorious ancient history contrasts with a brutal colonial one? What if we really considered the full meaning of restitution and repair? Can a cultural organisation build a stable financial future by becoming its own landlord? Phillip and his team are building not just a new museum — but an entire neighbourhood set within the ancient walls of Benin City in Edo. Phillip talks to us about how talent and creativity are thriving in West Africa, where 70% of the population is under 30 and he talks frankly about the challenges of developing opportunities and infrastructure. This is an “incredibly important moment”, Phillip says. “We need to try and grab it with both hands, and take full advantage of it.”

After a British expedition to Benin City in modern day Nigeria was ambushed in late 1896, British forces launched a devastating attack on the city in February 1897.

"The journey of a startup is a rollercoaster of challenges, a test of resilience where each obstacle is a lesson and every setback is an opportunity to pivot and grow."This is Ep.#5 from #TGVGlobalSpeakerFestival, and our guest is from Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria Tune into #TGV417 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Joseph's conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceFirst rapid fire/Introduction and context settingJoseph's PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY AND THE TOP 3 THINGS THAT HELPED IN HIS SUCCESSToughest lessons learned in HIS entrepreneurship journey AS an interior design business ownerSteering through startup challenges demands focus, grit, and a clear vision. Strategies he utilized to stay on course and build momentum in the early years of his interior design businessHow startups can effectively structure and objectify their plans to ensure success in the long run?How can aspiring entrepreneurs learn from Remi Dada and Jumoke's case studies and apply key learnings to their startup journey?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSHow he has created long long-lasting impact on a client?TRIVIA ABOUT Entrepreneurship in Nigeria ABOUT THE GUEST:Joseph Erughe is an Innovative interior designer with 3+ years of experience in crafting both functional and visually stunning living and workspace environments. His mission is to transform spaces into captivating visual stories, optimizing time and cost for clients, regardless of project scale. Connect with Joseph on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-erughe-164089195/Connect with the Host on LinkedIn: Naveen Samala: LinkedIn | Personal WebsiteSupport Our Mission: To contribute to our mission, consider making a donation (any amount of your choice) via PayPal: Donate HereExplore Productivity: Become a productivity monk by enrolling in this course: Productivity Monk CourseDiscover "TGV Inspiring Lives" on Amazon: Volume 1 available on Kindle and Paperback:KindlePaperbackConnect in Your Preferred Language: #TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu on YouTube:HindiTeluguAudio Podcast: Listen to #TGV on Spotify:HindiTeluguFollow on Twitter:@GuidingVoice@NaveenSamala Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Chef Tolu Eros. Chef Eros is a storyteller, entertainer and African ambassador on a mission to share and explore the wonders of West African food; a food and culture full of life and flavor, just like Eros.       Chef's formative years were spent between Benin City and Lagos, Nigeria, where he learned from his mother, “if food does not have love, you might as well not cook it at all!" It is that love for food and for building community that brought Eros to Los Angeles in 2021. The many years he spent in Nigeria honing his ability to entertain and educate through food brought him to the entertainment capital of the world. But not to open a restaurant right away, he started with a series of intimate, well thought out dinners at his personal home, in Hollywood.        Eros quickly received critical acclaim from numerous publications and from industry icons like Wolfgang Puck, expressing their excitement and passion for the food and overall experience. His private dinner series is called Ilé, which in the Yoruba language means home, which Eros gives you listeners a look into this memorable experience. His food has and always will be about bringing people together, in a way that is elevated, yet fun, fresh and worth talking about.        He also recently opened up Ilé Bistro, in Culver City, which highlights some of his classic favorites, but in a fast casual setting. I encourage you all to head to the show notes while listening to this episode to check out Chef Eros on instagram and his concepts.       There is so much more to say, but I'd rather you hear from Chef himself. Listen as we explore his mind and creativity, his vision for continuing build community through West African food culture and what we can expect next from him.     Discover more about REPÚBLICA DEL CACAO: https://bit.ly/3ZRoVIv     Follow Tolu Eros on Instgram: https://bit.ly/48ykXJO     Follow Ilé on Instagram:  https://bit.ly/3EW29qg     Follow On The Pass: http://bit.ly/3Kvgm1n     Follow our Host, Gabriel Ornelas: http://bit.ly/3YS964b     Read Gabriel's Articles: http://bit.ly/3SnOsGG     Lets work together! Get in contact: www.gabrielornelas.com

A compilation of this week's Witness History episodes. Gerald Clarke, the author of Get Happy: The Life of Judy Garland, speaks to Max Pearson about the legacy of the stage and screen actress who died in 1969. We also look at how a chance encounter led to the return of two of the looted Benin Bronzes, ancient artworks which were among thousands stolen from Benin City by the British Army in 1897. And we head back to 2008, when a nine-year-old boy tripped over a fossil that would lead to one of the most important discoveries in the history of human evolution. Contributors: Author Gerald Clarke John Kelsch from the Judy Garland Museum Production assistant Rosalyn Wilder Retired police officer Tim Awoyemi Matt Berger who discovered the Australopithecus sediba fossil Hedayat Matine-Daftary, grandson of Mohammed Mossadeq (Photo: Judy Garland during a press conference in 1963. Credit: Central Press/Getty Images)

In 2004, a chance encounter in Nigeria led to the return of two of the country's ancient artworks, the looted Benin Bronzes. The treasures were among thousands stolen from Benin City by the British Army in 1897, and acquired by museums around the world. More than a century later, Tim Awoyemi and Steve Dunstone were on a charity trip when they were approached by campaigners demanding the bronzes return. The two men vowed to help, but it took them 10 years before they were able to fulfil that promise, as Tim Awoyemi tells Jane Wilkinson. (Photo: Benin Bronzes, Nigeria, 2014. Credit: Kelvin Ikpea/AFP via Getty Images)

Le retour des œuvres d'art pillées durant la colonisation a commencé au Nigeria. Des accords actant le transfert de la propriété des trésors volés dans l'ancien Royaume de Bénin ont été signés, ces derniers mois, avec des musées aux États-Unis, en Allemagne et en Grande-Bretagne. Quelques dizaines d'objets – connus sous le terme générique de «Bronzes de Bénin» - ont même été rapatriés en grande pompe sur le territoire nigérian. Ces restitutions ont une signification toute particulière pour les habitants de Benin City – l'ancienne capitale du Royaume d'Edo, annexé par les Britanniques à la fin du XIXème siècle.  « Le retour des bronzes dans l'ancien Royaume de Bénin », un Grand reportage de Liza Fabbian. (Rediffusion)

Benin City was well ahead of its time. With palm oil fueled street lights, a sprawling palace, and a great wall four times that of China's. So why doesn't this wonder exist today? _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. Julian Walker serves as executive producer." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evon Benson-Idahosa is a Nigerian native, a leading expert, a thought leader on the subject of modern-day slavery in sub-Saharan Africa, and a founder of the Pathfinders Justice Initiative (PJI). Raised by parents who were called to serve their faith, Evon became a successful English barrister, American lawyer, and partner in a New York defense law firm. Despite her success, one day she woke up wondering, "What have I done with my life?" Her passion and compassion were calling out to her. That Monday, she left her job to become a full-time advocate. Moved by the plight of Nigerian women all over the world, Evon decided to address gender-based violence and the sexual exploitation of women. She founded Pathfinders Justice Initiative (PJI), a leading international impact organization dedicated to the prevention of sex slavery, sexual violence, the liberation of enslaved women and girls, and the eradication of its root causes. PJI has worked with governments, law enforcement, and communities to rescue and rehabilitate victims of human trafficking. They have also worked to raise awareness of the issue and to change the laws that enable human trafficking. Evon's work has had a profound impact on the lives of countless women and girls.  In this conversation with Jay, her journey to becoming an activist against modern-day slavery, and the power of one person to make a difference. Please find a transcription of this episode: https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/podcast-episode/evon-benson-idahosaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kxng Nero is a Nigerian Drill artiste born and raised in Benin City, Nigeria. He began in 2022 and released his third single, 'Confident', which quickly gained popularity. His music is characterized by his infectious flow and his ability to blend elements of traditional Nigerian music with Drill. He is dedicated to his craft and uses his platform to raise awareness and support for various social causes. His new single new taker just dropped https://linktr.ee/kxngnero Stream New Taker

Charity Omoruyi a.k.a Jeff Joy was on Italy's most wanted list for over a decade! Strap in for an episode on Women's rights and Women's wrongs Featuring Virginia Hill of the Chicago Mafia, Charity Omoruyi of the Nigerian Mafia in Italy, and the Queen of Harlem, Stephanie St. Claire

*Please note that the sound quality in this episode is compromised due to an unstable internet connection between London and Lagos, where this conversation was recorded. However, Aindrea's insights are not to be missed!Aindrea Emelife is a Nigerian-British curator and art historian specialising in modern and contemporary art, with a focus on questions around colonial and decolonial histories in Africa, transnationalism and the politics of representation. Aindrea is currently the Curator, Modern and Contemporary at EMOWAA (Edo Museum of West African Art), a new David Adjaye designed museum complex and cultural district in Benin City, Nigeria due to open in stages from 2024. Born in London, United Kingdom, Emelife studied at The Courtauld Institute of Art before embarking on a multifaceted career as a curator and art historian, producing highly acclaimed exhibitions for museum, galleries and private collections internationally. Recent exhibitions include BLACK VENUS; a survey of the legacy of the Black woman in visual culture which opened at Fotografiska NY and will tour to MOAD (San Francisco, USA) and Somerset House (London, UK) in 2023. Emelife's first book, A Brief History of Protest Art was released by Tate in March 2022, Emelife has contributed to exhibition catalogues and publications, most recently including Revising Modern British Art (Lund Humphries, 2022) In 2021, Emelife was appointed to the Mayor of London's Commission for Diversity in the Public Realm.Lou and Aindrea consider Theaster Gates idea that “Black autonomy alone is too radical for current America” within the context of developing dialogues in contemporary art. We discuss the themes in her recent show 'Black Venus' and round up considering a key question of the series: 'Has the BLM period impacted art sector strategy?' We also find out how Aindrea navigates social media as a Black curator.Shade Podcast is written, hosted and produced by Lou MensahMusic generously composed for Shade by Brian JacksonThank you for listening and for supporting Shade - an independent art show highlighting the work of Black art practitioners via Patreon and Ko-fiShade InstagramShade websiteEMOWAA websiteAindrea Emelife websiteAindrea Emelife instagramSee you next time! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/shadepodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab Your Freebie Here!  41 Ways to Teach Entrepreneurship in your Homeschool Now!  Health is here!  Nutrilite Adult Vitamins  Nutrilite Kids Vitamin Gummies   Nutrilite Balanced Probiotics   Nutrilite Kids Complete Immunity Fast-Melt Powder  Intro  Ekiuwa Aire CEO of Our Ancestories, a born and Raised in Benin City Nigeria, this Nigerian-Canadian cultural connector is passionate about building a love and knowledge of African history and culture with all kids. She was initially motivated by a desire to teach her own children about their history. She noticed the lack of children's books on true African history that was uplifting, encouraging and inspirational.   So Ekuiwa founded Our Ancestories and became a storyteller contributing to the preservation of African heritage and culture taking every opportunity she can to share her knowledge and journey with others in her books!  These books are so positive, empowering, encouraging and informative listen to what people are saying    It's rare to find stories set in ancient Africa, particularly those that are written by #ownvoices authors. (Aire grew up in Benin City.) Both the imaginative, fast-paced text and detailed illustrations will engage children with this 500 year old history.    This unique story lyrically fills an obvious hole in picture books, animating a powerful figure and showing children that they can achieve their dreams, literal or metaphorical, through perseverance.    Top three takeaways  The gap in the market on African History children's books.    How it is important for kids to learn about the Africa History through their books .   And the importance to educate kids in a way that does not paint the world with a one sided view. Your kids will thank you for it.    Call to Action  Our Ancestories Website  PROMOTIONS: Use the code HSA15 to receive 15% off on your first order.     What is Next!  Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!   Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!   Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!  Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!   Bex Buzzie  The Homeschool Advantage Podcast          

Le retour des œuvres d'art pillées durant la colonisation a commencé au Nigeria. Des accords actant le transfert de la propriété des trésors volés dans l'ancien Royaume de Bénin ont été signés, ces derniers mois, avec des musées aux États-Unis, en Allemagne et en Grande-Bretagne. Quelques dizaines d'objets – connus sous le terme générique de «Bronzes de Bénin» - ont même été rapatriés en grande pompe sur le territoire nigérian. Ces restitutions ont une signification toute particulière pour les habitants de Benin City – l'ancienne capitale du Royaume d'Edo, annexé par les Britanniques à la fin du XIXème siècle. « Le retour des bronzes dans l'ancien Royaume de Bénin », un Grand reportage de Liza Fabbian. 

Please visit the following to view the Benin Bronzes and to learn more about the Restitution Study Group.Show Notes:00:00 manillas used to trade for slaves as documented by Alan Ryder in Benin and the Europeans02:50 mission and work of Restitution Study Group to fight for slavery justice03:20 RSG's focus on corporations, private estates and governments that were complicit in slavery03:45 RSG's suits against insurance companies for slavery policies06:00 RSG's suits against banks like J.P. Morgan Chase0:630 RSG's suits included consumer fraud and human rights arguments07:30 DNA testing used by RSG 08:30 DNA results and TransAtlantic Slave Trade Database used to trace ancestry08:50 RSG's action filed for genocide compensation efforts09:35 the Proxmire Act, Genocide Convention Implementation Act of 198712:30 RSG's suit against the Smithsonian Institution over the Benin Bronzes14:40 1896 massacre of British soldiers 15:30 Kingdom of Benin's practice of sacrifice 16:15 RSG's demand for a share of the Benin Bronzes17:20 RSG's meeting with Kingdom of Benin's princess 19:20 main American port for slaves from Kingdom of Benin: Charleston, SC19:30 main port for slaves from Kingdom of Benin other than America: Jamaica21:00 The Benin Monarchy: An Anthology by Oba Ewuare II Foundation (2018) 21:55 Paula Girshik's research on Benin Bronzes22:25 some metal for Benin Bronzes came from Germany's Harz Mountains23:50 Director of Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African Art Ngaire Blankenberg suggestion about "confusion" on Kingdom of Benin's involvement in the slave trade 24:45 per Dr. Paul Lovejoy, manillas were used in  slave traded and to make Benin Bronzes for 300 years26:00 RSG's allegations that Smithsonian is violating US law that requires consideration for transfer of the Bronzes outside the Smithsonian28:00 Board of Regents vote on transfer of Benin Bronzes30:30 11 October 2022 - Smithsonian's scheduled transfer of Benin Bronzes 31:30 Lack of media attention on this issue31:50 Short film They Belong to All of Us34:00 RSG's suit against the Smithsonian is a restitution case34:45 RSG's efforts with institutions other than the Smithsonian36:50 bronzes taken according to the laws of war39:45 forensic research 41:50 16th-19th Century Bronzes42:15 Dan Hicks' book The Brutish Museum43:50 removing labels from the Bronzes44:50 Oba Head gifted by Nigerian leader 48:30 Benin City - hub of human trafficking 51:20 African scholar Dr. Ibrahima Seck 52:00 missing slave trade documentation for two main slave ports54:00 one on one approach with American institutions57:00 Petition submitted to UK's Charities Commission1:02:00 Smithsonian's current holdings of Bronzes1:04:00 RSG's emergency motion1:05:20 number of Bronzes in the U.S.1:09:00 dual citizenship1:11:00 Nigeria's request for reparations 1:11:50 definition of justice1:14:00 opportunity for Nigeria to speak upTo view rewards for supporting the podcast, please visit Warfare's Patreon page.To leave questions or comments about this or other episodes of the podcast and/or for information about joining the 2ND Saturday discussion on art, culture and justice, please message me at stephanie@warfareofartandlaw.com. © Stephanie Drawdy [2022]

We're off! Our interviewee for this first episode of the Design Emergency podcast is the Ghanaian-British architect, David Adjaye. As well as designing some of the most compelling buildings of recent years, including the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C., David is at the forefront of the development of Africa's dynamic architecture scene. In this interview with Design Emergency's co-founder, Alice Rawsthorn, he discusses the challenges and opportunities of designing responsibly in the vast, complex, and intensely eclectic African continent. David – Sir David, as he is now – was born in Tanzania to Ghanian parents. The family lived in several countries during his childhood as his father was a diplomat, eventually settling in London where David studied architecture and founded his practice. Beginning by designing friends' houses, he moved on to cultural spaces including the NMAAHC and the soon to be completed Studio Museum in Harlem. Since 2000, he has conducted a personal research project into Africa's rich, but often ignored architectural heritage. David and his family are now based in the Ghanaian capital, Accra, where he leads a studio of over a hundred, mostly young, West African architects working on landmark commissions including the National Cathedral of Ghana and the Edo Museum of West African Art in Benin City. Tune in to hear him discussing those projects, and architecture's role in forging positive change in Africa. You'll find images of the projects David describes in this interview on our Instagram @design.emergency. You can also follow his research into African architecture on his Instagram @adjaye_visual_sketchbook, and find out more about his work at Adjaye Associates on its Instagram @adjayeassociates and its website www.adjaye.com. Thank you for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We meant to tackle this question before, but we can't wait any longer! The Benin Bronzes have received media attention lately in a series of newsworthy announcements to repatriate them from various museums in North America and Europe to Nigeria. What are these alliterative artifacts, and how did thousands of them disappear from the Kingdom of Benin only to appear by the hundreds in museums overseas? Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Zencastr makes it really easy! Click this message for more info. Links The Brutish Museums: The Benin Bronzes, Colonial Violence, and Cultural Restitution (via Bookshop) The Brutish Museums: The Benin Bronzes, Colonial Violence, and Cultural Restitution (via Worldcat) History of Archaeological Research in the Yoruba-Edo Region of Nigeria: New Directions for Urban Earthenworks (William & Mary ScholarWorks) Story of cities #5: Benin City, the mighty medieval capital now lost without trace (The Guardian) Ron Eglash (TED) Benin Kingdom (Dallas Museum of Art) The Benin Bronzes Aren't Just Ancient History. Meet the Contemporary Casters Who Are Still Making Them Today (Artnet) The Dating Game: The Scientific Analysis of Benin Copper-Alloy Art-From TL to ²¹°Pb (Open Access Journal of Archaeology & Anthropology) This Art Was Looted 123 Years Ago. Will It Ever Be Returned? (New York Times) The Benin Bronzes, Explained: Why a Group of Plundered Artworks Continues to Generate Controversy (ArtNews) Horniman to return ownership of Benin bronzes to Nigeria (Horniman Museum and Gardens) Benin Bronze ”permanently removed” from Jesus hall (The Cambridge Student) Major new archaeology project on site of new museum in Benin (British Museum Blog) Recovering the Brilliance of a Benin Bronze (Metropolitan Museum of Art) Contact Email the Dirt Podcast: thedirtpodcast@gmail.com ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store Affiliates Wildnote TeePublic Timeular Motion

We meant to tackle this question before, but we can't wait any longer! The Benin Bronzes have received media attention lately in a series of newsworthy announcements to repatriate them from various museums in North America and Europe to Nigeria. What are these alliterative artifacts, and how did thousands of them disappear from the Kingdom of Benin only to appear by the hundreds in museums overseas? Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Zencastr makes it really easy! Click this message for more info. Links The Brutish Museums: The Benin Bronzes, Colonial Violence, and Cultural Restitution (via Bookshop) The Brutish Museums: The Benin Bronzes, Colonial Violence, and Cultural Restitution (via Worldcat) History of Archaeological Research in the Yoruba-Edo Region of Nigeria: New Directions for Urban Earthenworks (William & Mary ScholarWorks) Story of cities #5: Benin City, the mighty medieval capital now lost without trace (The Guardian) Ron Eglash (TED) Benin Kingdom (Dallas Museum of Art) The Benin Bronzes Aren't Just Ancient History. Meet the Contemporary Casters Who Are Still Making Them Today (Artnet) The Dating Game: The Scientific Analysis of Benin Copper-Alloy Art-From TL to ²¹°Pb (Open Access Journal of Archaeology & Anthropology) This Art Was Looted 123 Years Ago. Will It Ever Be Returned? (New York Times) The Benin Bronzes, Explained: Why a Group of Plundered Artworks Continues to Generate Controversy (ArtNews) Horniman to return ownership of Benin bronzes to Nigeria (Horniman Museum and Gardens) Benin Bronze ”permanently removed” from Jesus hall (The Cambridge Student) Major new archaeology project on site of new museum in Benin (British Museum Blog) Recovering the Brilliance of a Benin Bronze (Metropolitan Museum of Art) Contact Email the Dirt Podcast: thedirtpodcast@gmail.com ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store Affiliates Wildnote TeePublic Timeular Motion

Police in Nigeria have arrested three people in connection with the discovery of 20 mummified bodies near Benin City. Also, we examine the track record of Angola's third post independence president as elections draw near. And a right royal battle is raging for the Zulu throne in South Africa.  We'll hear the latest from the Kingdom of Kwazulu.

This week's podcast feature is Leadership and Mindset Reset Coach Mounfiq Raiyan Abu. Mounfiq was born in Benin City, Nigeria, and moved with her family to Lagos at age 2. At 19, she experienced a tragedy that not only changed her life as she knew it but also pushed her to take charge of everyone and everything involved. This experience became a pivotal moment in her life. Today, she is the founder of MRA Consulting, a firm on a mission to ensure that 5 million working mothers who feel stuck and experiencing self-doubt discover the proven framework of THE AUDACITY TO LEAD and use it to ELEVATE and DOMINATE despite adversity. Tune in to hear all about it. Enjoy!Keep up with Mounfiq on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/raiyan_inspires/ or on her website https://mounfiqraiyanabu.comBe sure to check out her course:The Audacity to LeadThe Self Esteem AcceleratorMastering Skills to Pay Your BillsSupport the show

每日英語跟讀 Ep.K408: About aviation - World's fastest passenger jet goes supersonic in tests   The race to resume supersonic passenger flights nearly two decades after the retirement of Concorde was offered a glimmer of excitement on Monday when plane manufacturer Bombardier revealed high speed achievements while confirming the launch of its new business jet. 飛機製造商龐巴迪週一揭露其最新商務噴射客機達到的高速度成果，同時證實上市時間，為協和號退役將近20年後，重拾超音速載客飛行的競賽，注入一絲興奮。 The Canadian company said the in-development Global 8000 will be "the world's fastest and longest-range purpose-built business jet." 這家加拿大公司說，這款開發中的「環球8000型」客機，將是「全世界最快、最長程的特製商用噴射機」。 The news comes after a Global 7500 test vehicle broke the sound barrier during a demonstration flight last May, achieving speeds of more than Mach 1.015. 在發布這項消息前，一架環球7500型測試機，在去年5月一次試飛中突破音障，達到超過1.015馬赫的速度。 "The Global 8000 aircraft leverages the outstanding attributes of the Global 7500 aircraft, providing our customers with a flagship aircraft of a new era," Éric Martel, president and CEO for Bombardier, said. 龐巴迪總裁兼執行長馬泰爾說，「環球8000飛機利用環球7500型的優異特性，提供我們顧客一架新年代飛機的佼佼者」。   Next Article   Teen survives flight in aircraft wheel in Nigeria 奈及利亞青少年躲起落架搭機 大難不死   A young teenager dashed across a runway at a Nigerian airport, hid in the wheel well of a jet and survived a 35-minute domestic flight, the airline and aviation authorities said Sunday. 航空公司和奈及利亞聯邦航空局週日表示，1名青少年橫衝機場跑道，躲進飛機起落架艙，飛了35分鐘的國內線航程。 Passengers and crew had alerted the pilots that a boy was seen running to the plane as it was taxiing to take off Saturday from southern Benin City, Arik Airline spokesman Ola Adebanji said. 阿里克航空公司發言人艾德班吉表示，這架班機週六從南部貝南市滑行準備起飛時，乘客和機組員看到1名青少年跑向飛機，並警告機師。 Despite the possible presence of the boy, the pilots opted to continue with their takeoff, Federal Aviation Agency of Nigeria spokesman Yakubu Dati said. 奈及利亞聯邦航空局發言人達蒂表示，儘管男孩可能在機上，機師仍選擇繼續起飛。 When the plane arrived in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital, a boy aged 13 or 14 jumped to the ground from the wheel and was detained by Arik personnel, Adebanji said. He said the teenager probably survived because the flight was short and the plane probably didn't rise above 7,620 meters. 艾德班吉表示，飛機抵達奈吉利亞商業大城拉哥斯時，1名年約13或14歲的男孩從起落架跳到地面，被地勤人員抓住。發言人說，男孩大難不死可能是因為飛行距離不長、飛行高度沒有超過7620公尺。 Most stowaways don't survive. The body of a suspected stowaway fell from an Air France plane over Niger, also in West Africa, in July and was discovered lifeless in a western suburb of the capital, Niamey, officials said. 這類偷渡客大都不會生還。官員表示，7月間，法國航空公司1架班機飛經同樣也在西非的尼日時，1具疑似偷渡客的屍體從上空墜地，陳屍在首都尼阿美西部郊區。Source article: https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1526935 ; https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/world/paper/710523

In 1897 Queen Victoria marked her diamond jubilee and Britain was in a celebratory mood. The British Empire had never been stronger. Few could imagine that this world-spanning empire might very well be peaking. But in 1897 Britain was in no mood for painful self-reflection. Instead Britons were gaily celebrating the what they perceived to be the "triumphs" of empire. Earlier that year a British punitive expedition sacked the West- African city of Benin. The victorious Brits carried off thousands of priceless cultural treasures, many of which were then displayed as trophies of war and instructive curios at the British Museum. The British press had painted Benin City as a hopelessly "savage" place, but these artworks instead reflected a society of great sophistication and artistic skill. Perhaps Britain had been wrong about Benin. How did a British expeditionary force end up at the gates of Benin City in the first place? Tune-in and find out how miscommunications, shady treaties, and pageants with machine guns all play a role in the story.