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- Regional Unrest and Diplomatic Tensions Mount Over Coronation of Igbo Traditional Rulers in Foreign Nations
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Section: Africa
The installation of traditional Igbo titles in Ghana and South Africa has sparked violent protests and diplomatic friction, leading to a formal ban by Nigerian cultural authorities...
- Abia Traditional Rulers to Endorse Nkeiruka Onyejeocha for 2027 House of Representatives Return
Published: Apr 20, 2026
Section: Africa
Traditional rulers in Umunneochi have scheduled a grand reception to honor former Minister Nkeiruka Onyejeocha and formally endorse her bid for the 2027 general elections. The even...
- Senator Sharafadeen Alli Rejects Ibadan Kingship Installation; Accuses "Negative Influences" Surrounding Governor Makinde
Published: Apr 14, 2026
Section: Africa
Oyo South Senator Sharafadeen Alli has publicly condemned his elevation to the status of an Ibadan Oba, arguing that the installation ceremony conducted in his absence violated cen...
- Oyo State Governor Crowns Three New Ibadan Obas In Absentia Despite Palace Request For Postponement
Published: Apr 4, 2026
Section: Africa
Governor Seyi Makinde has officially elevated three High Chiefs to beaded crown-wearing Obas at a ceremony in Mapo Hall, despite the honorees' absence. While the state government c...
- Federal Capital Territory Minister Authorizes Fee Waivers On Land Titles For Indigenous Traditional Rulers In Abuja
Published: Mar 28, 2026
Section: Africa
Minister Nyesom Wike has issued land allocation documents to the FCT Council of Traditional Rulers while scrapping all associated statutory charges. The directive, approved by Pres...
- FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Grants Land Allocations and Statutory Fee Waivers to Abuja Traditional Council Members
Published: Mar 27, 2026
Section: Africa
Following a presidential directive, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has allocated land parcels to traditional rulers and waived all associated statutory fees. The move aims to recognize t...
- Queen Ewaure Challenges Benin Traditional Council Following Suspension Over TikTok Star Peller Palace Visit
Published: Mar 20, 2026
Section: Africa
Queen Ewaure of the Benin Kingdom has publicly disputed claims by the Benin Traditional Council regarding the unauthorized nature of a visit by digital creator Peller. The Queen pr...
- Kano Sallah Durbar Under Threat as Emir Sanusi II Holds High-Level Talks Amidst Ongoing Leadership Dispute
Published: Mar 18, 2026
Section: Africa
A closed-door meeting between the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, and a delegation from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has cast doubt on the upcoming traditional Sallah Durbar....
- FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Grants First-Class Status to Kwali Monarch and Pledges Major Infrastructure Overhaul
Published: Mar 10, 2026
Section: Africa
During a high-profile visit to the Kwali Area Council, Minister Nyesom Wike officially upgraded the local traditional stool to a First-Class chieftaincy. The Minister further commi...