The Edo state Government on Tuesday declared five days mourning period in honour of the late Oba of Benin, Oba Erediauwa.
Oba Erediauwa joined his ancestors last week Friday, 29th April 2016.
Governor Adams Oshiomhole made the declaration during the State Executive Council meeting in Benin.
Oshiomhole also directed that the nation`s flag should be flown at half mast in the state within the period of mourning.
Oshiomhole later paid a condolence visit on the Crown Prince Iheneden, on Monday.
Oba Erediauwa joined his ancestors last week Friday, 29th April 2016.
Governor Adams Oshiomhole made the declaration during the State Executive Council meeting in Benin.
Oshiomhole also directed that the nation`s flag should be flown at half mast in the state within the period of mourning.
Oshiomhole later paid a condolence visit on the Crown Prince Iheneden, on Monday.