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It’s official — Edo cinema is about to make history! 🎬The much-anticipated Nollywood blockbuster, OSAMEDE, hits cinemas nationwide on October 17, bringing a story of courage, culture, and female power to the big screen. At the heart of the movie is Dizola, a fearless Edo woman whose strength, resilience, and sacrifice redefine what it means…
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By EDOCELEBRITIES.COM | October 8, 2025 | Benin City The Benin Royal Palace has issued a public announcement reaffirming that the Iyaloja title — commonly used in parts of Nigeria — is foreign to Benin culture and tradition. According to the Palace statement, there is no such traditional title as “Iyeki General” recognized under the…
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In Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo (SMO) is proving that true leadership goes beyond politics — it’s about building destinies, not just buildings. From classroom blocks to modern learning facilities, SMO’s educational projects are transforming the landscape of Edo’s rural and urban communities. But beyond the walls and roofs, he is fulfilling promises, shaping young…
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In 1978, seven young athletes from Edo College, Benin City, were captured in a powerful moment of focus and pride — running barefoot during a warm-up session at Motspur Park, South-West London. The black-and-white photo, now a rare historical gem, freezes more than just motion; it tells a story of discipline, heritage, and the unbreakable…
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By EDOCELEBRITIES.COM Barrister Omosede Gabriella Igbinedion, daughter of the Esama of Benin Kingdom, Chief Gabriel Igbinedion, has been officially sworn in as a member of the House of Representatives, representing the Ovia Federal Constituency of Edo State. The swearing-in ceremony took place during plenary on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, presided over by Speaker Rt. Hon.…
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BENIN CITY: Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has faulted the immediate past administration’s commissioning of uncompleted projects in the state, describing the move as deceptive and unfair to Edo citizens. Speaking during an inspection of the Stella Obasanjo Hospital and the Education Hub Complex at Iyaro, Benin City, the Governor expressed shock at the…
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BENIN CITY — The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, has assured citizens that the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo is fully committed to exceeding public expectations through impactful governance, transparency, and sustainable development across all sectors. Speaking during a media briefing at Government House, Benin City, Idahosa reaffirmed the government’s determination…
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In a state where bad roads and failed projects often dominate public discourse, Governor Monday Okpebholo is steadily redefining the conversation around infrastructure in Edo State — from neglect to progress, and from potholes to purpose. The new administration’s approach, now widely described as the “Okpebholo Infrastructural Model,” is built on accountability, local capacity, and…
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BENIN CITY — The elders and people of Okuoromi community in Oredo Local Government Area have expressed deep appreciation to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, for restoring peace, unity, and traditional order in the community through his recent royal pronouncement reaffirming the Odionwere as the rightful administrative head. During…
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The Edo State Government has launched a new Maternal and Newborn Health Innovation Initiative aimed at reducing preventable deaths among pregnant women and infants across the state. The initiative, spearheaded by the Edo State Ministry of Health in partnership with local and international health organizations, introduces digital monitoring tools, real-time data systems, and improved referral…