The Benaki Museum in Athens held the “Africa Amongst Us”, a multimedia exhibition which ran until May 25, 2025.
The show features archival objects from Nigeria, Cameroon, and other African nations, reimagining them not just as artistic pieces but as vessels of storytelling that reflect the lived realities and traditions of African communities.
The grand finale of the exhibition drew dignitaries, cultural leaders, and members of African communities from across Greece. Among the highlights was a captivating performance by the Edo Community Cultural Group, whose traditional dance display received widespread acclaim for its authenticity and cultural depth.
In an interview conducted at the event, the group’s Cultural Director, Mr. Smart Omorodion, said the performance was aimed at creating cultural bridges between Edo and Greek communities. “It’s not just a performance—it’s about sharing our identity and heritage,” he said.
Community chairman, Mr. Peter Evbuomwan, added that such platforms are especially valuable for Edo children born in Greece, helping them remain connected to their roots while also serving as an educational moment for Greek and international guests.
During the event, Omobude Wealth offered the audience a brief but insightful explanation of the Ugho dance—a traditional Benin performance most prominent during the Igue Festival, one of the kingdom’s most important cultural events.
The Edo performance featured three drummers—Mr. Smart Omorodion, Ojo Eghosa, and Efe Lucky—alongside dancers Mrs. Okoro Jennifer, Mrs. Igbinokhuahe Gold, Mr. Paul Omorodion Ovokhan, and Mrs. Osayuwamen Loveth Aituariagbon.
The museum praised the Edo Community Cultural Group’s presentation as one of the standout moments of the exhibition, describing Edo culture as “second to none.”
