King Jaja of Opobo Memorial
Monument in Opobo (Nigeria)
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The King Jaja of Opobo Memorial is a bronze monument in memory of King Jaja of Opobo, erected by public subscription in 1903.[1] It was listed as being of special architectural, historical or cultural significance by the National Commission for Museums and Monuments on 14 August 1959.[citation needed]
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| Location | Opobo (Nigeria) |
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| Coordinates | 4.514107°N 7.538879°E |
| Type | Monument |
| Material | Bronze and grey granite |
| Opening date | 1903 |
| Dedicated to | King Jaja of Opobo |
Description
It is located within the Opobo town centre and bears an inscription in the English language, which reads:
A king in title and indeed.
Always just and ever generous.
Respected and revered in life.
Lamented and mourned by all when dead.
The statue stands on a grey granite plinth, surrounded by cast iron railings. The grass around is close-growing with neatly-cut edges, giving the dignified appearance of a public park.
