The Benin monarch, having carefully listened to her, asked her if she (Tinubu-Ojo) knew what Iyeki (market leader) in the Benin Kingdom means and the connection with the palace. The Oba told the Iyaloja General that in the Benin Kingdom, the Iyeki must be confirmed by the palace after being selected by the market women. The Oba said, “Iyaloja is alien to us here in Benin. Do you know the role of Iyeki in Benin culture? “The novelty of a general Iyeki is alien to Benin custom and tradition.