Repatriation in Reverse Gear The recent return of Benin Bronzes from European institutions to Nigeria's National Commission for Museums and Monuments has sparked a much needed conversation about cultural ownership and the legacy of colonialism.
These returns are significant milestones, but they also raise questions about the historical context in which these artifacts were acquired.
Olugbile Holloway, the museum director general leading this effort, brings an unconventional background to the negotiating table.