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Experts say the 16th-18th century returning
are among the most highly
works of African art. Many Nigerians are welcoming their
. Nigeria's Institute for Benin Studies said Germany is, "leading in the
restitution movement" of
colonial powers returning looted treasures. It said: "Other European nations should be
and open to acknowledge that
objects looted in 1897 belong to the Benin people. Like Germany, they too should initiate or join the
to discuss the future of these objects." However, some Nigerians believe the objects are safer in Europe. One man said: "With the
now, the
of those artefacts cannot be guaranteed."
