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Afrobeats superstar Divine Ikubor popularly known as Rema, has been honored with a royal plaque by the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II.
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The prestigious award was presented to the singer on Thursday during his visit to the Oba’s palace, coinciding with his homecoming concert at Ogbe Stadium in Benin City.
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This royal accolade follows Rema’s notable participation in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Edo Arena on Wednesday.
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During the event, Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki announced that the 6,000-capacity arena would be named ‘Rema Dome’ in recognition of the artist’s significant contributions to promoting Edo State globally.
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Hailing from Benin City, the ward-winning singer has consistently celebrated his Edo roots through his music.
As a proud ambassador of Edo State, Rema has been instrumental in promoting the cultural legacy of the ancient Benin Kingdom on both national and international stages.
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His latest hit single, ‘Benin Boys,’ featuring fellow Edo-born artist Shallipopi, pays tribute to his hometown.
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In the song, Rema boldly asserts his deservingness of royal recognition from the Oba for his efforts in elevating the Benin Kingdom through his art.
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