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Oba of Benin Banned the Use of Certain Styles of Okuku Hairdo & Ewu Iwu in Benin Kingdom

 The Benin Traditional Council (BTC) has reminded members of the public to desist from “Okuku,” hairdo, which is reserved for wives of the Oba of Benin alone. The Osuma of Benin, Chief Norense Ozigbo-Esere, reiterated this at a media briefing at the Oba of Benin’s palace on Thursday. The council emphasised that Okuku hairdo was strictly reserved for the Oba’s wives (Queens) and not for the public. According to Chief Ozigbo-Esere, the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, directed that the public be enlightened on the Okuku ban following appeals from the kingdom’s sons and daughters in diaspora seeking clarification. According to him, the different aspects of Okuku hold significant religious and cultural value, which cannot be explained to those unfamiliar with the tradition. While displaying photographs of Okukus,’ he said: “The different aspects you see of Okuku are of religious and cultural significance which cannot be explained to the uninitiated.” He also reiterated the ban on the public us...
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2025 Black History Month Celebration in Ottawa, Canada

Nigerian Canadian Multicultural Centre was invited by Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion, and Persons with Disabilities of Canada, to celebrate the annual Black History Month event in the National Capital (Ottawa) with the Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau on February 5th, 2025! This year's celebration was a part of Canada's effort to recognize the history and contribution of Black people in the development of Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau highlighted the names of some prominent Black Canadians, including Hon. Jean Augustine, and their unwavering commitment to the growth of Canada. It was an honour to celebrate this year's program with the government and other dedicated Blacks in Ottawa, Canada ~~~ Nekpen Obasogie
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Newly Published Book: The Benin City Pilgrimage Stations

The Benin City Pilgrimage Stations is an encyclopedia of Benin history! It is available on Amazon, place your order now at  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRPP4Q1S?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_TAK0GZC33MDK32PRHWCJ&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_TAK0GZC33MDK32PRHWCJ&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_TAK0GZC33MDK32PRHWCJ&language=en_US&bestFormat=true&newOGT=1
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Marit Stiles | NDP Campaign Announcement in Toronto

Marit Stiles, the leader of the Ontario NDP, makes a campaign announcement in Toronto. Ontario voters head to the polls in a general election on February 27.  
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Trump's Tariffs Sparked Retaliation From Canada, Mexico & China

  Donald Trump’s imposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China have sparked retaliation from all three countries. Mexico and Canada have vowed levies of their own while China and Canada are seeking legal challenges.  Canada’s department of finance has published  a list of US products imported into Canada that it will target with a 25% retaliatory tariff starting on Tuesday.  The list shows products that will be hit in the first round of retaliatory tariffs by Canada starting on Tuesday, and mounts to $30bn Canadian dollars’ worth of goods (about US$20bn). The impacted products include tobacco, produce, household appliances, firearms and military gear.  Canada is also preparing for a second, broader round of retaliatory tariffs in 21 days that will target an additional C$125bn (US$86bn) worth of US imports. The second list would include passenger vehicles, trucks, steel and aluminum products, certain fruits and vegetables, beef, pork, dairy products and more. ...
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2025 Black History Month/Toronto, Councillor Stephen Holyday, MP Yvan Baker and More!

Black History Month event in Toronto - I had the opportunity to meet some politicians in my constituency in Etobicoke Centre. Councillor Stephen Holyday was the guest speaker at the event. His father, Douglas Charles Holyday, served as the Councillor and Mayor of Etobicoke, and a Member of the Provincial Parliament (MPP) from 1994 - 2013.~~~ Nekpen Obasogie MP, Yvan Baker, has been projecting the Liberal Party in Etobicoke!
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Men Face Physical & Emotional Abuse From Their Spouses- Social Worker (MSW/ RSW), Nekpen Obasogie

Nekpen Obasogie - Registered Social Worker MSW/RSW Are you living in Ontario, Canada? Call me to help you manage your mental health and relationship challenges (marriage counseling). Are you a woman experiencing domestic violence (DV) in your family/spouse? I provide counseling for battered women to rejuvenate their mental health and live a quality and purposeful life. Did you know that men are also facing physical and psychological abuse from their spouses? Yes, a lot of men are living under the subjugation of their partners. Call and talk to an expert in marriage and mental health counseling! I have been practicing social work for the past eight years and Registered Social Worker (RSW) for six years. Over these years, I have worked in various mental health organizations in Toronto and beyond. In 2023, I was employed by the government to provide services for Indigenous children and families in northern Canada. This has enhanced my skills in various fields of social work practice, su...
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