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Oba of Benin calls for fasting, prayers over peaceful election

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September 24, 2024

Imelda Osayande

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II has declared a two-week fasting and prayer for peaceful elections and bountiful harvest.

A statement by Chief Stanley Obamwonyi, Esere of Benin on Tuesday, quoted the Oba as inviting all sons and daughters of Benin Kingdom, indigenes, and non-indigenes in Edo State to participate.

“From September 26 to October 9, 2024, fasting will take place daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.”

The Oba said there was need to give gratitude to God for the peaceful 2024 gubernatorial election and protection from evil.

He said there was also the need to ask God for a bountiful harvest and peace in homes, families, and the state.

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