MOWAA shuns Edo Assembly over court proceedings
Museum of West African Art authorities refuse to appear before Edo Assembly committee investigating N3.8bn state funds, citing pending court case. Full details of the standoff.
Museum of West African Art authorities refuse to appear before Edo Assembly committee investigating N3.8bn state funds, citing pending court case. Full details of the standoff.
Museum of West African Arts delays inaugural exhibition after Edo governor revokes land certificate. Presidential committee formed to resolve cultural heritage crisis through dialogue.
Federal High Court asked to stop MOWAA from operating Benin artifact museum without Oba's consent. Hearing set for November 27. Read full details.
President Tinubu establishes special committee to safeguard Nigeria's cultural heritage at Museum of West African Art. Committee to balance sovereign interests with international partnerships.
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy is taking action to resolve disturbances at the Museum of West African Art in Benin City, safeguarding Nigeria's cultural heritage.
MOWAA reaffirms deep respect for Benin Throne while clarifying it never owned Benin Bronzes. Museum emphasizes commitment to preserving West African cultural heritage.