Benin artefacts: Chimamanda Adichie calls on British museums to follow Germany's footsteps

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Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie, has called on the British Museum to follow Germany's footsteps in returning the Benin artefacts to Nigeria.

“But it is also interesting to say that a substantial amount would be returned, which makes me wonder how it would be determined and by whom.”

“And Germany’s action – its gesture towards righting what is wrong – must be acknowledged. My acknowledgment of it, is not to say that the work is done but that the work is started.” While saying this, Adichie acknowledged the presence of top British historian, Neil McGregor, who was also part of the audience.

In January 2021, the British introduced a new policy of “retain and explain”, which stated that historic statues must only be removed during special circumstances.

 

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