Aiguobasinmwin Movement Rejects Pastor Josephine Ebhaguejezele’s Inauguration as Iyeki

The Aiguobasinmwin Movement Worldwide has condemned the reported inauguration of Pastor Josephine Ebhaguejezele as Iyeki, describing it as a violation of Benin cultural heritage and tradition. In a statement jointly signed by the Culture-President, Mr. Iyamu Osaro, and Secretary General, Mr. Osayuki-Osa Benson, the group emphasized that the title of Iyeki is a sacred institution […]

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Edo Hoteliers Accuse EFCC of Harassment, Demand Release of Arrested Youths

The Business and Hoteliers Forum (BHSF), Edo State Chapter, has decried what it described as incessant harassment of its customers by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the state. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday at the Secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Benin City, the forum’s chairman, Omogiade […]

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NYCN Ireland Chapter Advocates for Diaspora Voting in Courtesy Visit to Nigerian Consulate in Dublin

The executives of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ireland Chapter, led by Chairman Ambassador Jeffrey Oronsaye, paid a courtesy visit to the Consulate of Nigeria in Dublin. The delegation was warmly received by the Head of Consular Services, Ambassador Juda Muoh, during an engagement aimed at strengthening ties between the Nigerian youth diaspora […]

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Governor Okpebholo Rewards Team Edo with ₦10m for Outstanding National Youth Games Performance

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has applauded Team Edo for their remarkable outing at the 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, where they finished third overall. Welcoming the victorious athletes to Government House, Benin City, alongside his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, the Governor commended their resilience and dedication, noting that they […]

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Edo Sports Commission Chairman Pledges Support for SWAN Edo Chapter

The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Desmond Enabulele, has assured the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Edo State chapter, of his full support in advancing sports reportage and development in the state. Enabulele made the pledge while receiving the Association’s leadership, led by its Chairman, Comrade Kehinde Osagiede, during a […]

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INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF EDO STATE

My good people of Edo State, Today, we gather to celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary—a day of pride, reflection, and renewed hope. It is a moment to remember the courage and sacrifices of our founding fathers, who fought with vision and determination to give us a free nation. Since assuming office less than a year […]

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