Nigeria, Nov. 10 -- Following the recent skirmish that erupted at its premises in Benin City last Sunday, the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) has postponed the preview events scheduled for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.

Arise News reports that on Sunday, the preview opening of MOWAA turned violent when armed thugs invaded the venue, disrupting proceedings and reportedly holding several foreign dignitaries hostage.

According to the report, eyewitnesses said the attackers, who claimed the museum "belonged to the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II," stormed the site with weapons, forcing the event, a private exhibition for investors, artists, and diplomats, to a premature halt.

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