Gov. Obaseki, in new interview, reacts to speculations of rift with Benin royal palace over artefacts (VIDEO)

• Governor Obaseki, despite the whirlwind of his government responsibilities, recently broke his silence to confront a storm of swirling misconceptions and half-truths
• One of the most talked-about topics centered on rumors of a growing rift between his administration and the highly revered Oba of Benin and the Royal Palace.
• Specifically regarding the sacred Benin artefacts—a treasure trove of cultural heritage that carries the pride and soul of an entire people

Governor of Edo State, Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, has finally taken center stage to confront a barrage of rumors swirling around his administration.

Speculations had been mounting about a brewing clash between Obaseki’s administration and the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Oba Ewuare II, with whispers that the governor sought to wrest control of the prized Benin Empire artefacts from the royal palace.

In a compelling new interview that surfaced on Benin Blogger’s electrifying platform, Obaseki took a hard stance against these allegations, slamming the rumors as nothing more than sensationalized falsehoods.

With a calm yet forceful tone, he dismantled the narrative, making it abundantly clear that no such move against the Oba or the royal treasures had ever taken place.

In a deeper revelation, the governor highlighted his personal involvement in the global movement to bring the Benin artefacts back to their ancestral home.

Obaseki passionately addressed the growing misconceptions, pointing out that the media had taken liberties in portraying his government as adversaries of the palace.

WATCH HIM SPEAK IN THE CLIP BELOW

Meanwhile, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, recently threw his weight behind the new film ‘Lisabi’.

The film, a much-anticipated project, is expected to shed light on the legendary figure of Lisabi, a revered hero in the history of the Egba people.

Governor Abiodun welcomed filmmaker and actor Lateef Adedimeji, accompanied by his actress wife Bimpe Oyebade, to discuss the cultural significance of the film.