Critics fear Benin Bronzes could be privatized by royal heir
By DW
09 May 2023 |
10:00 am
Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has given the Benin Bronzes restituted by Germany to Oba Ewuare II, the head of Benin's former royal family. Germany stands by the decision to restitute the sculptures.
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