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The opening of a contested museum in Nigeria, meant to display West African art, has been postponed after protesters disrupted a private visit on Sunday, officials said. The Museum of West African Arts, MOWAA, had been due to officially open on Tuesday, but this will now be postponed indefinitely, officials said. MOWAA was launched five…
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The Minister of Livestock Development, Mr. Idi Maiha, has pledged to collaborate with Edo State Livestock Ministry to transform its entire livestock value chain into regional red meat, poultry, piggery, goats and cattle hub. This is coming at the heels of the Minister’s promise to assist the state in rehabilitating its cattle ranches in Igarra…
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Protesters targeted the newly built Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City, Edo State, on Sunday, forcing organizers to halt a preview event ahead of the museum’s grand opening scheduled for Tuesday. The multi-million-dollar facility, envisioned as a landmark cultural institution, became the focal point of growing discontent over ownership and control of Nigeria’s most…
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The Edo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Eugenia Abdallah, has announced that the state government has approved N1bn in soft loans for market women to strengthen their businesses and improve livelihoods. Abdallah made this known on Saturday during a press conference in Benin City, where she highlighted the key achievements of the…
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The family of five abducted by gunmen on November 1, 2025, at Ivianokpodi, Agenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, have regained their freedom after allegedly paying a N15 million ransom. EDO Celebrities gathered that the victims, all members of the Bello family, were kidnapped while working on their farm. The victims, aged…
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When you speak of Nigerian reggae pioneers, the name Orits Williki stands tall among the greats. Known for his distinctive voice, socially conscious lyrics, and cultural influence, Orits Williki remains one of Edo State’s most celebrated music legends, whose art has inspired generations of musicians across Nigeria and beyond. Born in the early 1960s in…
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Nigerian billionaire businessman and philanthropist, Femi Otedola, once again demonstrated his generosity when he fully covered the medical expenses of late reggae icon Majek Fashek during his treatment in London. In 2021, the Edo-born music legend, whose real name was Majekodunmi Fasheke, was flown abroad after his health deteriorated, sparking concern across Nigeria’s entertainment industry.…
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Self-acclaimed relationship and mental health expert, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has shared an emotional message concerning the ongoing marital crisis between Nollywood actress Regina Daniels and her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko. Regina Daniels and her family have remained in the public eye in recent weeks following the arrest and detention of her…
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Senator and businessman Ned Nwoko, the estranged husband of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has become the subject of intense online discussion after being spotted during a plenary session at the National Assembly. A viral video circulating on social media shows the Delta North lawmaker passionately addressing fellow senators about what he described as one of…
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has finally explained the circumstances behind the arrest and detention of Samuel Ojeogwu, popularly known as Sammy West, who is the brother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the arrest followed a petition received on October 28, 2025, accusing…