Benin is exhibiting returned artworks

Aug 24, 2022

Pop Culture

BY Samson Toromade

Benin is exhibiting returned artworks
Benin is exhibiting returned artworks

The Republic of Benin has inaugurated an exhibition of 26 ancient artefacts displayed alongside some of the country’s most vibrant contemporary art.


French colonial forces stole the artefacts and shipped them abroad nearly 130 years ago, but the French government has returned them back home to Benin.


The exhibition, which is free to members of the public at the presidential palace, highlights the country’s colourful past and its promising art future.