By IMELDA OSAYANDE

The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II says the Benin Kingdom will commence the eating of new yam after a palace ceremony on Sept. 30.

This is contained in a statement by Frank Irabor, Secretary, Benin Traditional Council on Monday.

According to the statement, the indoor ceremony is to usher in the new yam (Emorho) into the Palace.

“Following the ceremony, all sons and daughters of the Benin Kingdom, as well as indigenes and non-indigenes living in Edo who participated in the two-week fasting and prayer exercise can eat the new yam.” The Palace said.

The Oba’s announcement comes after the conclusion of a two-week fasting/prayers period, which was declared for peace, progress, and to usher in the new yam.

The two weeks fasting/prayers commenced on Sept. 15 and ended on Sept. 28.

The Oba expressed appreciation to all those who participated in the exercise and prayed for peace and happiness in individual homes. (NAN)