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Bolade Bezi Sets New Guinness World Record with 57-Hour “God of War” Marathon in Benin City

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

It was a moment of triumph and celebration on Monday at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City as Bolade Bezi, a member of the Edo State Esports Association, made history by setting a new Guinness World Record in Esports. Bolade completed a total marathon duration of 57 hours, 10 minutes, and 5 seconds, including […]

Edo Govt Offers Free Hepatitis Tests, Vaccines to Staff in Fight Against Silent Killer

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

As part of activities marking World Hepatitis Day, the Edo State Government House Clinic conducted free Hepatitis B and C screening and vaccination for staff last Monday. The exercise was overseen by Dr. Precious Ogboru, Special Adviser on Health Matters to the Executive Governor of Edo State. A large number of political appointees and civil […]

Governor Okpebholo Approves Governing Council for Edo State College of Education

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

In a decisive step to bolster the educational sector in Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the constitution of the Governing Council for the Edo State College of Education. The announcement was made on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, […]

Edo Judiciary Rallies Behind Governor Okpebholo’s Crackdown on Cultism and Kidnapping

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State’s judiciary and legal practitioners have unanimously pledged their full support for Governor Monday Okpebholo’s intensified fight against cultism and kidnapping. This strong endorsement emerged during a high-level meeting on Tuesday at the Government House in Benin City, where Governor Okpebholo hosted the Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, along with a […]

Edo State Celebrates Bolade Bezi’s Guinness World Record in E-Sports

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Sports Commission has extended hearty congratulations to Bolade Bezi for setting a new Guinness World Record in E-Sports after completing an astonishing 57-hour, 10-minute, and 5-second gaming marathon playing God of War. The historic achievement was officially recognized during a ceremony at the Media Centre of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. Honorable Desmond […]

Edo Governor Suspends Oil and Gas Adviser Over Unauthorized Fundraising

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has suspended his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Isere, over unauthorized fundraising activities related to a planned oil and gas summit in the state. The suspension was made public through a statement released today in Benin by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor. The statement […]

Edo Sports Boss Welcomes Cricket Coaches, Backs World-Class Facility Plans

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

In a positive stride for cricket development in Edo State, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Desmond Enabulele, on Thursday welcomed the coaching crew of the state’s cricket team during a courtesy visit to his office in Benin City. Leading the delegation was Head Coach Nemedi Christopher, accompanied by Coach and […]

Edo State Scraps Use of Dwarf Walls for Waste Disposal, Moves to Regulate Scavengers

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

As part of efforts to promote a cleaner and healthier environment, the Edo State Waste Management Board has announced a ban on the use of dwarf walls in residential buildings as waste bins. This decision was made following a robust stakeholder engagement session held on Thursday in Benin City, which involved Waste Managers, the Edo […]