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Eweka I (reigned 1200 AD – 1235 AD) was the first Oba of Benin and presided over the kingdom's shift from the Ogiso Dynasty to the establishment of the Obaship.His 35-year reign had a notable impact on the political, cultural, and traditional aspects of the kingdom.
Eweka, raised by Evian, became the first Oba of Benin and initiated efforts to expand his influence and authority. However, he encountered resistance from indigenous chiefs, particularly Ogiamien III, who contested Eweka's legitimacy to succeed the Ogiso dynasty. Ogiamien III, who claimed descent from the first Ogiso, Igodo, commanded a ...
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As per oral tradition, following the death of Eweka I, the Uzama resolved that one of his sons should be inaugurated as the new Oba. They favoured Uwakhuahen over his elder brother Idu, who was the rightful heir according to the principle of primogeniture. [ 1 ]
While playing with the seeds, he announced "Owomika"(My hand has grasped it!) in the Yoruba language, which became his royal name. Thus, he gave rise to the tradition of the subsequent Obas of Benin spending seven days and nights at Usama before proceeding to announce their royal names at Useh. Eweka thus started a dynasty that now bears his name.
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