{
  "id": 17710701,
  "title": "Oba of Benin Marks Decade on Throne with 10 Historic Golf Shots",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/02/oba-of-benin-marks-decade-on-throne-with-10-historic-golf-shots",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-02T00:26:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/11/02/oba-of-benin-marks-decade-on-throne-with-10-historic-golf-shots-2/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a significant event marking ten years on the throne of the Benin Kingdom, Omo N' Oba N' Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin, participated in a ceremonial tee-off at the Benin Club Golf Section. The event, rich in royal heritage and symbolism, saw the Oba strike ten ceremonial golf balls, joined by his children and a gathering of top Benin Palace Chiefs, tournament organizers, and golf enthusiasts from Nigeria and beyond.\n\nPrince Aghatise Erediauwa, the Chief Organiser of the tournament, described the occasion as a fitting tribute to a decade characterized by peace, cultural renaissance, and purposeful leadership under Oba Ewuare II. He lauded the impressive turnout of both professional and amateur players, expressing enthusiasm for the event's success and gratitude to the Oba for his participation.\n\nDirector-General of the National Institute for Sports and former Edo Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, praised Oba Ewuare for his role in promoting peace and unity across Edo State. He expressed hope for a prosperous future during the Oba's reign, emphasizing the respect and admiration shown by the attendees. The ceremonial tee-off and the historic golf tournament concluded on a high note, celebrating a decade of cultural pride, peace, and progress under Oba Ewuare II, while participants and dignitaries looked forward to an even more grandiose next edition.",
  "summary": "Felix Omoh-Asun in Benin City History was made weekend when Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin, performed a symbolic ceremonial tee-off at the",
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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."
}