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Nigeria, Other Countries Intensify Outcry for Repatriation of Cultural artifacts from British Museum

Calls Intensify for Return of Stolen Artifacts Amidst Trust Concerns

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Nigeria, Other Countries Intensify Outcry for Repatriation of Cultural artifacts from British Museum
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A wave of demands for the return of stolen cultural treasures has surged as Nigerian and Greek authorities call for the repatriation of thousands of artifacts from the British Museum.

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The Legacy of Colonial Stolen Artifacts Housed in British Museums

The Benin Bronzes, comprising over 900 pieces, and the renowned Parthenon Marbles, also known as Elgin Marbles, are at the heart of these resurgent calls, with growing concerns over the British Museum’s ability to safeguard these prized treasures.

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Security Questions Arise

Accusations regarding the British Museum’s ability to provide adequate security for these historically significant items have amplified the fervour for their return.

Director of Nigeria’s National Commission for Museums and Monuments, Abba Isa Tijani, expressed his shock at the recent thefts and questioned the trustworthiness of the British Museum’s security.

“It’s shocking to hear that the countries and museums that have been telling us that the Benin Bronzes would not be secure in Nigeria, have thefts happening there,” said Tijani.

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Stolen Legacies

The Benin Bronzes, originating from the 16th century, were taken from Benin City by British forces during the colonial era. They are now subjects of contention as both Nigeria and Greece fervently call for their return.

Despina Koutsoumba, head of the Greek Association of Archaeologists, expressed astonishment that artifacts from such a renowned institution could be stolen. “We read that these artifacts were sold on eBay. This is new, artifacts from museums being sold on eBay,” Koutsoumba stated.

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Renewed Push for Repatriation

As accusations and concerns continue to mount, officials from both Nigeria and Greece are intensifying their efforts to secure the return of these stolen treasures. The British Museum has faced scrutiny for its response to concerns raised in 2021, and the broader discourse around colonial-era plunder is reshaping the conversation on cultural heritage.

The battle for repatriation is fuelled not just by the desire to reclaim stolen legacies, but also by questions of trust and responsibility in safeguarding these artifacts.

The outcome remains uncertain, but the momentum behind repatriation efforts is a testament to the global shift towards addressing historical injustices and reclaiming cultural identities.

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