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.
Category : Museums
Court Urged to Restrain Benin Museum Promoters
Federal High Court asked to stop MOWAA from operating Benin artifact museum without Oba's consent. Hearing set for November 27. Read full details.
Boston Museum Returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
The Museum of Fine Arts Boston has repatriated two looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking significant progress in cultural restitution efforts and colonial justice.
FG acts to settle disturbances at Benin Museum
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 Denies Owning Benin Bronzes Amid Controversy
MOWAA reaffirms deep respect for Benin Throne while clarifying it never owned Benin Bronzes. Museum emphasizes commitment to preserving West African cultural heritage.
Thugs disrupt MOWAA exhibition, police evacuate expatriates
Chaos erupted at Museum of West African Art exhibition in Benin as protesters stormed venue. Police safely evacuated expatriates and restored normalcy. Read full details.
MOWAA cancels opening after thugs invade museum
Museum of West African Art cancels events after suspected thugs invade, chase foreign diplomats and journalists. Get the latest on the Benin City cultural dispute.
Protests Halt Opening of Nigeria Heritage Museum
The opening of the Museum of West African Art in Benin City was suspended after protesters stormed the venue. Discover the details and the underlying tensions.
Thugs Attack International Guests at Benin Museum
Chaos erupted at Benin City's Museum of West African Art as thugs harassed international donors. Learn how this incident impacts Nigeria's cultural reputation and the ongoing tensions between state and traditional authorities.
MOWAA Clarifies Position on Benin Artefacts Ownership
Museum of West African Art clarifies it doesn't own Benin Bronzes, schedules 2025 opening. Preview events start November with Nigeria Imaginary exhibition.
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