Owen Akenzua N'Ogieva D'Okun (Oba Akenzua (II)'s Sun-Set)

Released in 1978 on the Akpolla label, this record represents a significant cultural artifact of the Edo people of Nigeria. It was produced during a period of deep traditional reverence for the monarchy, specifically honoring the legacy of Oba Akenzua II. The work captures the aesthetic and sonic traditions preserved by the Ehengbuda Cult Messengers, serving as both a formal tribute to the historical leadership of the Benin Kingdom and a vessel for maintaining the oral history of the region through contemporary musical documentation.

The Ehengbuda Cult Messengers, who were responsible for the creation of this piece, sought to bridge the gap between traditional royal court music and the shifting media landscape of late 1970s Nigeria. The design and production reflect a commitment to authentic instrumentation and thematic fidelity to Benin cultural heritage. Upon its release under the AKP 001 catalog designation, the record was received primarily within local Nigerian scholarly and traditional circles as an important archival achievement in the preservation of Edo royal symbolism.