{
  "id": 15868290,
  "title": "Tinubu celebrates Oba of Benin on 10th coronation anniversary",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/tinubu-celebrates-oba-of-benin-on-10th-coronation-anniversary-15868290",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-21T09:46:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/tinubu-celebrates-oba-of-benin-on-10th-coronation-anniversary/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Oba Ewuare II of the Benin Kingdom on the 10th anniversary of his reign and his 73rd birthday, lauding him as a symbol of cultural heritage, dignity and integrity. In a statement signed by Tinubu, he praised the monarch's leadership and commitment to preserving Benin traditions. The President expressed his felicitations, noting that this milestone reflected years of royal service and dedication to cultural preservation. Tinubu highlighted the monarch's wisdom, courage and commitment to peace, describing him as a guardian of communal values and an inspiration for the people. He wished the Oba renewed strength, good health and wisdom, hoping for further achievements in cultural and social causes during his reign.",
  "summary": "President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, on his 10th coronation anniversary and 73rd birthday, praising his leadership. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-celebrates-oba-of-benin-on-10th-coronation-anniversary/",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Tinubu celebrates Oba of Benin on 10th coronation anniversary",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/tinubu-celebrates-oba-of-benin-on-10th-coronation-anniversary",
        "published": "2026-10-21T09:08:53.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}