Oba Of Benin, Erediauwa's Installation program announced

The coronation program for the installation of the new Oba of Benin Kingdom, is to begin on October 8, 2016 and is expected to run through to October 23, 2016. Below is a rundown of the installation rites.

Saturday, October 8 

•The Edaiken escorted by Uselu people, leaves Eguae Edaiken(Uselu)for Oredo. 

•The Edaiken stops at Sacred Palm Tree (udin)called Amamienson-Aimiuwa;journey continues after a brief ceromony by the tree. •Edaiken arrives Iya-Akpan where Uselu Chiefs take leave of him and Oredo Chiefs take over 

•Edaiken arrives at Eko-Ohae(he will stay here for three days). Private ceremonies. 

Monday, October 10 

•Edaiken leaves Eko-Ohae for Usama Palace. 

•Coronation rituals continue. 

Tuesday, October 18

* The Edaiken goes to Use village for the major Ceremony of choosing a Name. 

•Edaiken returns to Usama. 

Wednesday, October 19th: Rest Day. 

Thursday, October 20th 

•Edaike leaves Usama for Benin 

•Goes through Isekherhe to Urho-Okpota 

•Coronation Ceremony at Urho-Okpota 

Sunday, October 23rd 

•Omo N'Oba's Thanksgiving Worship at Holy Aruosa