By Ciara Became a Citizen Of the Benin Republic
Yes, it is no longer news that the singer Ciara has become a citizen of Benin. This happened under a new law passed by the West African nation that grants citizenship to descendants of enslaved people who can trace their lineage to the slave trade.
Ciara is said to be one of the first public figures to receive citizenship through this initiative.
The law is part of a larger effort by Benin to reconnect with the African diaspora, acknowledge its historical role in the transatlantic slave trade, and promote “memorial tourism” and cultural ties. After receiving her citizenship, Ciara visited historical sites in the country, including the Slave Route and the Door of No Return.
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