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The countdown is on! The much-talked-about Edo Arena, popularly nicknamed “Rema’s Dome”, is fast nearing completion in Benin City, and entertainment lovers are already buzzing about its impact on Edo’s cultural scene. With a 6,000-seat capacity, the modern indoor arena is designed to host major concerts, movie premieres, award shows, and cultural festivals. Analysts say…
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Edo culture is taking center stage in Nollywood again! A new film titled A Proud Edo Queen is already generating excitement online after the producers revealed that 99.9% of the movie was shot in Edo State. From the costumes, coral beads, and traditional sets, to the use of Edo music and a mostly Edo crew,…
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has directed that the second tranche of entitlements be released to thirty-two pensioners from the State College of Education, Igueben, and six hundred and eighty-two disengaged workers of the defunct College of Education, Ekiadolor, within the next 7–14 days. Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., broke…
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Edo State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Paul Ohonbamu has said that there will be improved economic opportunities, job creation, and infrastructure development as a result of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s investment drive abroad. The Commissioner who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Benin assured that there will be a lot of economic benefits…
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In a bold step towards environmental restoration, Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc, in partnership with the Edo State Government, IDH, and local communities, has unveiled plans to plant over 33,000 young forest trees in the Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State. The forest regeneration programme, announced in a statement by the oil…
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BENIN CITY – The Edo Fest held at Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, Benin City, has been described as a major success, drawing traders, entrepreneurs, and shoppers from across Edo State. The event, which showcased a wide variety of goods including clothing, beauty products, food items, and handmade crafts, recorded a massive turnout as many vendors…
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Former Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Presidential Aspirant in 2023 general elections and the only female candidate in the 2024 Edo Governorship election, Patience Ndidi Ofure Key has Congratulated Professor Eunice Eboserehimen Omonzejie on her Historic appointment as Vice-Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma Patience Ndidi Ofure Key who is an Alumnus of AAU, Ekpoma…
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BENIN CITY — The Federal Government has empowered 25 maize farmers across Edo State with farm inputs and modern agricultural training as part of efforts to boost food security in the country. The intervention, carried out by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, included the distribution of herbicides, sprayers, and hybrid certified maize…
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… Rules out apology … Court adjourns defamation case against her to Oct 27 ABUJA – Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of the Peoples Democratic Party, representing Kogi Central, on Tuesday stormed the National Assembly Complex after six months suspension, declaring she would not apologise to the Senate leadership as a condition for resumption. Her office was…
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The Afrobeat Vibe Is Calling! The one and only Gift OFA is live on stage—bringing pure rhythm, culture, and unstoppable vibes! Tickets: Grab yours now via the link in bio: @sirluckyovm @gift.ofa This isn’t just an event… it’s a celebration you don’t want to miss! Date: October 24 Organizer GIFTOFA Venue The Old…