Protests stall opening of Nigeria’s Museum of West African Art - BBC Africa

The grand opening of Nigeria’s Museum of West African Art (Mowaa) has been stalled after protesters disrupted a preview event, demanding the institution be placed under the control of the traditional Oba (king). ⁣ Mowaa was conceived in part as a potential home for the Benin Bronzes — artefacts looted by British soldiers in the 19th Century. The museum says it focuses primarily on modern and contemporary art and has never made claims to the Benin Bronzes. The BBC’s Todah Opeyemi explores the history of these priceless artefacts and the complex debate over their rightful homes in light of the ongoing tensions surrounding Mowaa. ⁣ Reporter: Todah⁣ Opeyemi Filmed by: Monday Idara Edited by: Dara Onipede & Ayo Bello⁣ Produced by: Adisa Abayomi Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/