EDO TOURISM CHIEF PRAISES OBA EWUARE II’S LEGACY ON DOUBLE MILESTONE

Lady Vivian Elabor, the newly appointed Director General of the Edo State Tourism, Culture and Creative Economy Agency, has extolled His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, on his birthday and 9th coronation anniversary. In a press statement released on October 20, 2024, from Benin City, Elabor emphasized the transformative impact of the Oba’s leadership, calling him “a King for the palace and for the digital studio.”

She said, “Your unwavering commitment has been the catalyst for a new Edo narrative,” citing the repatriation of priceless cultural artefacts as a move that “has done more than heal historical wounds” and now serves as “the very foundation of a thriving creative economy.” Elabor affirmed the agency’s role in advancing this vision, stating, “Our mission is to build upon it, to transform this cultural awakening into a vibrant ecosystem where creativity is our greatest currency.” She concluded with a pledge of unwavering dedication and prayers for the Oba’s enduring strength and prosperity.