Afrobeats sensation Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, received a royal plaque from the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II.
The distinguished honor was presented to Rema on Thursday during his visit to the Oba’s palace, coinciding with his homecoming concert at Ogbe Stadium in Benin City.
This recognition comes on the heels of Rema’s involvement in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Edo Arena on Wednesday.
During the event, Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki announced that the 6,000-seat arena would be named the ‘Rema Dome’ to celebrate the artist’s significant role in showcasing Edo State to the world.
The Oba of Benin Honors Rema with a Royal Plaque
The award-winning artist, who hails from Benin City, has always been vocal about his Edo heritage in his music.
As a dedicated ambassador of Edo State, Rema has played a pivotal role in promoting the cultural heritage of the historic Benin Kingdom on both local and international platforms.
His latest hit, ‘Benin Boys,’ featuring fellow Edo artist Shallipopi, is a tribute to his roots.
In the song, Rema proudly expresses that he has earned royal recognition from the Oba for his contributions to elevating the Benin Kingdom through his artistry.
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