Oba Of Benin Sacks Catholic Priest

The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’Oba
Ewuare Ogidigan (11), has approved the sack of
the presiding priest of Holy Aruosa Cathedral,
Ohen-Osa Harrison Okao, for alleged non-
compliance with ancient long tradition of the land
The decision was jointly taken by the traditional
head of the church, HRM Oba Ewuare the second,
joint elders committee and top palace chiefs after
Okao was found guilty of violating the long-
standing rules of the church.
A statement by Benin Traditional Council (BTC)
Secretary, Mr Frank Irabor, said the removal of the
former top priest of the church would restore
sanity and lasting peace to the foremost Benin
national church.
Okao was also ordered to handover the church
property in his possession as the Ohenosa to the
head Iweguae Chief Esere.
He was also warned to stop any financial
transaction within the cathedral.