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More than 25 years after his passing, Archbishop Benson Andrew Idahosa remains the single most influential Christian figure in Edo State and one of the greatest Pentecostal voices Africa has ever produced. Every Sunday, across Benin City, Auchi, Ekpoma, Uromi and beyond, Idahosa’s teachings, ministry patterns and revival spirit continue to define how churches worship…
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Edo State remains one of Nigeria’s most spiritually vibrant regions, home to some of the country’s largest congregations and most influential Christian ministries. Every Sunday, tens of thousands of worshippers gather across Benin City, Auchi, Ekpoma and beyond to worship, learn and experience powerful ministries rooted in rich Edo Christian heritage. For 2025, EdoCelebrities.com presents…
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Ordinarily, I would not respond to every political commentary, particularly when it comes from individuals whose positions are already well known to the public. However, when statements are released in a manner that may mislead our people or distort recent history, it becomes necessary to provide clarity, not to trade words, but to ensure that…
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The Edo State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tony Aziegbemi, has issued a blistering response to a recent publication by Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, accusing the All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain of pushing a self-serving political narrative. In a detailed rejoinder on Monday, Aziegbemi argued that Ize-Iyamu’s commentary had little to do with defending…
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Edo State Police Command has apprehended 21 students of Ogioma Public Secondary School, located along Limit Road off Benin-Sapele Road, on suspicion of involvement in cult-related activities. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, stated in a release on Saturday that the students are aged between 13 and 17 years. The arrests followed a foiled…
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Majekodunmi Fasheke, popularly known as Majek Fashek, remains one of Africa’s most iconic reggae musicians. Fondly called The Rainmaker, his spiritual sound, electrifying performances, and socially conscious lyrics made him one of Nigeria’s greatest musical exports. Early Life and Background Majek Fashek was born March 7, 1963, in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Born to…
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In Old and Sweet, Nollywood favourite Nosa Rex (Baba Rex) brings his signature charm to a beautifully emotional story about unexpected love, age difference, and the courage to follow one’s heart even when the world disapproves. The film follows a young man (played by Nosa Rex) who falls deeply in love with an older, graceful…
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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has called on the Muslim community in the state to unite behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The governor made this appeal during a special interactive session with Islamic leaders and faithful in Benin City. Speaking at the gathering, Okpebholo said President Tinubu’s administration has…
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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has declared that criminal prosecution may follow ongoing investigations into the controversial Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) project. The governor made this known on Friday while receiving the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, during a courtesy visit to Government House, Benin City. According…
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The Eziobe Traditional Council (ETC) of Igarra, in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, has hailed Governor Monday Okpebholo for his exceptional leadership, inclusive governance and remarkable developmental achievements within his first year in office. In a statement at the council’s meeting in Igarra, the traditional rulers extolled the governor for demonstrating a…