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The President of Aiguobasinmwin Movement Worldwide, Mr. Iyamu Osaro Culture, has warned former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, to steer clear of Edo State and desist from what he described as provocative comments about the Edo people, their heritage and the revered Benin throne. Iyamu, who spoke at a press conference in Benin City, said the peaceful disposition of the Edo people should not be mistaken for weakness or cowardice. He said the briefing was prompted by what he described as persistent attacks and derogatory remarks by Dokubo concerning the Edo Nation and the Benin monarchy. According to him, the Edo people had deliberately maintained decorum despite what he described as repeated public statements capable of provoking them. “We have imbibed the culture of decorum in the face of the incessant rants of one Asari Dokubo, who parades himself as a traditional ruler, but whose ways, manners and public outbursts are far demeaning of that exalted position,” he ...

The leadership and stakeholders of Orogho Dukedom in Ugu Ward, Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State, have rejected allegations of poor administration, financial impropriety and marginalisation against the Enogie, His Royal Highness Prince Patrick Osayende Akenzua. The stakeholders described the allegations as unfounded and an attempt by some individuals to undermine the traditional and administrative structures of the community. Their reaction followed a recent press conference in Benin City where Osahon Imaru, Dr Israel Igbe and others called for intervention by the Oba of Benin, Edo State Government and other authorities. The group had alleged that Orogho was being administered under an unpopular system and raised concerns about the leadership of the dukedom. However, the Orogho community, through its Secretary, Ikponwosa Osayomore, elder Godwin Aguebor and youth representative Vincent Aiyeki, said Imaru and his associates lacked the mandate to speak for the comm...

 _...Hon Charity described the national leader of NDC as a good man..._  The National Coordinator of the Dickson Movement for Democracy (TDM) and Deputy National Youth Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Comrade Emmanuel Ogbidi, has declared the movement’s total support for Hon. Charity Iguodala Aiguobarueyan' the NDC candidate for the Ovia Federal Constituency in the 2027 general election. Ogbidi made the declaration during a support visit to Hon. Charity where he said the movement had conducted further engagements and assessments of the political situation and the acceptance of the party across Ovia and Edo State. According to him, Hon Charity's records as a member of the Edo State House of Assembly, particularly in the area of constituency representation and legislative interventions, has demonstrated his capacity to represent the people at the federal level. Ogbidi said the legislator had, within about three and a half years in ...

‎The Onojie of Ewu, His Royal Highness Jafaru Isesele I, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Deaconess Angel Aimiugwina   Oyakhilome, née Ojeme, who passed away on September 25. ‎ ‎In a condolence message addressed to Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, the Ojeme family of Eko-Ojeme, Ewu, the Oyakhilome family of Idunwele, Ewu, and the worldwide Christ Embassy (LoveWorld) family, the traditional ruler described the deceased as a woman of faith, humility, kindness and virtue whose life left a lasting legacy. ‎ ‎The Onojie said Deaconess Angel was not only a member of the Ojeme lineage but also a devoted Christian, mother and matriarch whose influence extended beyond her immediate family. ‎ ‎The condolence message, personally signed by His Royal Highness Jafaru Isesele I, stated: ‎ ‎"It is with a profound sense of sorrow, yet with the consoling assurance of our Christian faith, that I, on behalf of the people and the traditional institution of Ewu, extend my heartfelt c...

Today, as our nation marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, I join Nigerians at home and abroad in celebrating our country and reflecting on our journey as a nation. Our independence reminds us of the enduring responsibility to honour the sacrifices of our founding fathers and all those who have contributed to the growth of our nation, while renewing our commitment to building a Nigeria founded on justice, equity, unity, democracy, equal opportunities, and respect for the dignity of every citizen. These values must remain at the heart of our national renewal. Despite the challenges we face, I remain confident in the resilience of our people and the great potential of our country. Our diversity is our strength, and our collective responsibility is to preserve our democracy, strengthen our institutions, and build a nation where every Nigerian can live with dignity and hope. Today also marks 30 years of the creation of Bayelsa State, my home state and a state that has contri...

‎The Chairman of the Ikpoba Hill Youths Forum, Comrade Kingsley Osemwingie, has congratulated the people of Ikpoba Hill, Edo State and Nigerians across the country on the occasion of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. ‎ ‎Osemwingie, in a goodwill message marking the anniversary, described the occasion as an important moment for Nigerians to reflect on the nation’s journey since independence, acknowledge the progress recorded and renew their commitment to building a stronger and more prosperous country. ‎ ‎He said the anniversary should go beyond celebration, stressing that it provides an opportunity for citizens to reflect on the sacrifices of the nation’s founding fathers and the responsibilities of the present generation to safeguard Nigeria’s unity, peace and democratic values. ‎ ‎According to him, Nigeria has made significant progress despite the challenges encountered over the years, noting that the resilience, creativity and determination of Nigerians rema...