Akpata explained that his use of a Yoruba name has led to doubts about his Benin roots, with some questioning his authenticity as a Benin person. However, he added that the endorsement from his royal father has put those doubts to rest, confirming his true identity.
According to him, “It was a glorious moment for me, firstly because my royal father confirmed to the world that I am a true Benin son. You may not understand why that is an issue because, for me, in the course of my very short political career, one issue that has dugged my entry into politics is the question as to whether I’m actually a Benin man or not. I’m one of those Benin people who answers Yoruba names, so in Benin City, my ‘Beniness’ has been called into question now and again.”CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>