Welcome
Welcome to the website of Edonuwa Association, Inc., dba "edomuwa". Edonuwa is a non-profit organization based in the Dallas Metroplex which encompasses Dallas-Ft. Worth and surrounding cities. You may advertise your business on this site for free*, see how. While you are here, enjoy our site and if this is your first visit, read this first.
Organization
Edonuwa draws its membership from the bini community in the Dallas Metroplex.
The bini people hail from Benin City, Nigeria, and its environs.
Edonuwa
is composed of two related bodies: the House which consists of all the members
of Edonuwa, and the executives, who are elected officers of the association.
The executives are drawn from House membership.
The executives, with assistance from various committees, implement House
decisions. These decisioms are guided and shaped by Edonuwa's Constitution
and documented policies. Become a part of this community by
joining Edonuwa.
Programs
Edonuwa's principal charitable focus is assisting with educational programs in Edo State of Nigeria and in our local communities in Texas. You may support this program by donating money or sharing your ideas. We also perform organizational and social activities such as meetings, etc. In addition, Edonuwa implements contributory benefit programs for members that include the only free life insurance in the DFW area and the only free medium-term disability assistance, amongst many benefits. Check out other member benefits here. You may avail yourself of these benefits and participate in our activities by joining Edonuwa.
Funding
Our programs are funded through member dues, levies, donations from the public including yourself, and returns from a capital investment program. Read more about our funding sources.
Brief History of Benin
The Benin kingdom, known as the Igodomigodo, in honor of its first ruler, Ogiso Igodo, is situated on the SE coast of West Africa. Oba Ewuare turned the kingdom into an empire (Benin Empire) about 1440 AD, after aggressive militarization and territorial expansion. At its height, the Benin empire extended from Onitsa to Ghana.
Reigning King: Oba Erediauwa II
Benin is famous for its artifacts of iron, bronze, and ivory of which the best known is the FESTAC mask based on the head of Queen Idia (see our logo). Read more about the bib people.