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Edo 2024: Emmanuel Okoebor, Edo's Next Governor Emmanuel Okoebor's potential emergence as the next Edo state governor undoubtedly heralds a dynamic shift in the political landscape, offering a fresh perspective for the state's future. As his profile continues to rise, eclipsing insignificant contenders, Okoebor brings a unique blend of charisma, leadership skills, and a profound understanding of the needs and aspirations of the people. His achievements and commitment to excellence have garnered him a strong following and respect within communities in and around Edo state. When Okoebor assumes the role of governor in 2024, his dual background as an engineer turned banker could be leveraged to foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and determination in governance. His ability to perform under pressure and unwavering dedication can be translated into effective decision-making and problem-solving for the benefit of the state. Furthermore, Okoebor's emergence ...

THE ZESTFUL AZENA:  A LEADERSHIP IN A HURRY By Austen Akhagbeme Saturday, December 2nd 2023 is undoubtedly,  a date with destiny. It is a day when another milestone will be added to the enormous speed and momentum that have come to characterize the historical journey of Dr Azemhe Azena to the helms of Political Affairs in Edo State. The Azemhe Project is leadership in a hurry to change the old ways into a new paradigm full of hope and possibilities for the people of Edo State. This is why all hands must be on deck to make everyone a contributor to the event and the conversation at the Azemhe Mega Summit coming up at Auchi in December at the Auchi Polytechnic's new auditorium.  It will be an opportunity to hear and also to contribute to the driving force and appreciate the zestful mien of a budding youth, who is determined to change the state of our estate, having personally fought poverty and deprivation and won.  Dr Azemhe Azena is a man of many parts an...

Edo NAWOJ Salutes Aisha Bura On Her Victory At The Polls  The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, Edo State chapter, congratulates Aisha Bura at the just concluded 11th Triennial Delegates Conference held at Maryam Babangida Center for Women Development, Abuja on November 25, 2023. Aisha Bura was declared winner by the Electoral Committee  after polling 498 votes against Comrade Ladi Bala, the incumbent president, who polled 381 votes.  Lilian Okonkwo Ogabu was re-elected Deputy National President, National Secretary, Wasilah Ibrahim-ladan, Treasurer, Fatimah Rasheed, Financial secretary, Ifeoma Aka, Assistant Secretary, Aisha Cole and Auditor Jemilah Abubakar.  Stella Macaulay emerged Vice President of South South and Eunice Emeyazia as Zonal Secretary.  Chairperson, Edo NAWOJ, Comrade Adesuwa Ehimuan wishes the new president of NAWOJ and her team a progressive and successful tenure.  She also congratulated the Zonal Vice President...

  Oba Ewuare 11 Suspends Duke Of Uhogua Village For Misconduct Iduozee Efe Paul, Beni   Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, Oba of Benin has suspended HRH. Osagumwenro Eki Eresoyen, the Enogie (Duke) of Uhogua village in Ovia North East Local government Area of Edo State indefinitely for disobeying the monarch. The monarch therefore passed a vote of no confidence in Eresoyen, and shoved him aside after reviewing relentless allegations of misconduct, dereliction of duty against the embattled Duke on a sinking ship. Consequently, Oba Ewuare II has directed Ozukpogieva (Second most elderly man) in the village, Pa. Omonuwa Moses with the support of other elders, including Ohen-Ovia (Priest), Pa. Festus Omorefe, Pa. Isaac Osayande, the Ozukpogieha (third elderly man), and Pa. Samuel Imaruagheru, the Ozukpogiene (fourth most elderly) men as well as the Okaighele of Uhogua, Mr John Ohiegbomwan to administer the village on his behalf, pending the appoi...

Obaseki In China To Strategize For Business, Economic Initiative Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki is the only sub-national government invited to speak at the 10th Anniversary of the Belt and Road Global Chambers of Commerce and Associations Conference involving over 150 countries.  The event was organized in Fuzhou, the largest city in Fujian Province where, coincidentally majority of the Chinese companies operating in Edo state are headquartered.  The governor used the occasion in Fuzhou to deepen the business relationship with Chinese investors.  Edo State is currently the third state in Nigeria after Lagos and Ogun with the largest number of Chinese companies. They have grown steadily from a couple of companies to over 10 manufacturing steel, tiles, roof, ceramic, wood and including the largest glass company in West Africa.  After participating in the plenary session at the opening ceremony of the Belt and Road Global ...

AZEMHE CALLS FOR HELP TO REDUCE THE RATE OF SUICIDE IN NIGERIA By Austen Akhagbeme A foremost Governorship aspirant of the Labour Party ( LP) in Edo State,  Dr.  Azemhe Azena has called for help from concerned citizens and the government to address the growing rate of suicide, especially among men in Nigeria. The popular politician said this in a statement signed by his media team in celebration of the international Men's Day 2023 as declared by the United Nations.  The event which is aimed at celebrating men's positive contribution to society,  family, marriage, child care and the environment also focuses on the emotional well-being of the man vis-a-vis the adverse economic conditions men face to make ends meet.  Dr Azemhe Azena, in line with the theme for this year, 2023, titled "Zero male suicide",  called for the attention of the government and relevant Agencies and organizations to look for a lasting solution to the growing rate of suicide ...

Edo 2024: Emmanuel Okoebor's Aspiration Reshaping  Dynamics Of  Edo Politics By Clifford Igbineweka A one-time Chairman of  Esan Central local government Council, Barr   Okhae Enegho has said that the political configuration of Edo  political architecture is speedily undergoing a  long overdue  realignment with the coming on board of Emmanuel Okoebor to the political arena. This was contained in a speech titled,  "UNDERSTANDING EMMANUEL OKOEBOR, EDO NEXT GOVERNOR"  delivered in Esan Central local government area of the state by Barr. Enego Okhae, where he and hundreds of thousands of his former Peoples Democratic Party faithfuls decamped  to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in an elaborate event in the state as Emmanuel Okoebor Continues his state - wide visitations and consultations for his Governorship aspiration. According to Barr Okhe, "the Edo political configuration and it's dynamics is speedily undergoing profi...

WMA Harps On The Need To Promote The Highest Ethical Standards--Dr. Enabulele Iduozee Efe Paul Dr. Osahon Enabulele, the immediate past President of the World Medical Association (WMA), has stated that the organisation “is very convinced that the world needs strong ethical guidance, especially in these troubling times of unending conflicts, violence against physicians, and despicable attempts by some repressive governments to undermine the fundamental freedoms, professional autonomy and clinical independence of physicians.” The former NMA National President in Nigeria made the assertion when he represented the WMA at the launch of the Lancet Commission’s report on Medicine, Nazism, and the Holocaust, held in Berlin, Germany. “The WMA welcomes the fact that there is now a report that reveals the extent of the involvement of the medical profession. The new report presented by 20 scholars and physicians, provides a comprehensive overview of the crimes committed in the field of...

Edo NUJ Extols Obaseki For Rebranding  Observer Newspaper  The leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council has congratulated Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State for rebranding The Nigerian Observer Newspaper which hit the news stand on Monday November 13, 2023. In a letter of commendation addressed to the Governor, the union described the rebranding as a positive development and a legacy of the present Edo State Government. The letter was signed by Festus Alenkhe and Andy Egbon, the union's Chairman and Secretary respectively. According to the NUJ, with the rebranding, The Nigerian Observer Newspaper has come to take its rightful place in the Nigeria newspaper industry. The union recalled that The Nigerian Observer at a point in history rose from being a regional Newspaper to becoming the flagship in the Nigeria Newspaper industry. It also recalled that the Newspaper has also produced more notable Nigerian journalists than any other new...

Ijaw President Harps On Peace In Edo, Bags Chieftaincy Honour Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Pere of Olodiama Clan in Edo State, His Royal Majesty, Pere Godwin Oguoyibo, the Alagbabunafa lll, has recently recognized with Chieftaincy honour for hard work and for his philantroplist gesture. The Pere of Olodiama clan in Edo state, who is an insurance consultant said his aim and objective is to ensure he broker peace in the state. The President of the Ijaw National  Congress, in Edo state made statement in an exclusive interview, with journalists in Benin city, Chief Braie who is presently the President of the Boys Brigade Nigeria, Edo State Council, said "I have been a man with many parts. I stand for the overall peace for the Ijaw People. " My intention is to achieve a goal, and be a peace maker in my community. I remember when the deal of amnesty programme strated. I had an interaction with the DSS and Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, when he was the governor of Edo state. ...

Oba Ewuare 11 Tasks New CBN Governor To Come Up With Monetary Policies Iduozee Efe Paul Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, Oba of Benin has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Dr. Olayemi Cardoso to fight corruption in the nation’s apex Bank and lay out a path for economic growth. Oba Ewuare II gave the advice when the Benin Branch Controller of CBN, Mr Michael Mgbeze led his Management team in Edo State on a courtesy visit to Oba Palace in Benin City. He lamented unpleasant revelations of money taking away from CBN and missing funds under the past leadership of the Bank with a nimble metaphor. Oba Ewuare II also tasked the new CBN Governor to come up with monetary policies that will beneficial to the economy and Nigerians. The traditional ruler prayed to God and his ancestors for stability in the monetary policies in the apex Bank and reforms the Banking Sector. According to him, “What we have being hearing about CBN has not been encouraging ...

  NLC,TUC Strike Paralyse Activities In Edo Iduozee Paul, Benin The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) nationwide indefinite strike on Tuesday, paralysed human and commercial activities in Edo State. A visit to some areas around the Edo state capital revealed that Court premises, deposit banks, and other financial institutions were under lock and key in strict compliance of NLC directives. Also, activities in government ministries and agencies were also halted by the solidarity strike while only private businesses open for business. Also, Oredo, Egor and other local government Secretariats visited in the Benin city metropolis were in compliance also as workers in their numbers hung around the councils' premises  In a twist, the Congress Of Nigeria University Academics (CONUA), University of Benin (Uniben) Chapter, distanced itself from the ongoing NLC strike, describing it as a "one man decision". The Chairman of the Uniben CONUA, Comrade. Ishaq Osagie-Eweka, who s...

Who Is  More Competent Than Emmanuel Okoebor? The jostling for the Edo governor's seat is intensifying as Mr. Godwin Obaseki's administration nears its expiration. Several aspirants have expressed interest, but Edo faces economic and security crises, requiring a competent leader. Emmanuel Okoebor stands out as a  better positioned man  with a comprehensive understanding of Edo's challenges. Emmanuel Okoebor, born in Uromi, Esan North East, Edo state, exemplifies discipline and commitment. From academic excellence at Agbado Primary School to a Civil Engineering degree and MBA from the University of Benin, his achievements reflect his dedication. With over 24 years at United Bank for Africa, rising to regional manager, Okoebor combines engineering expertise with banking experience. Beyond his professional success, Okoebor founded the DATWL Ehi Foundation, assisting underprivileged children and widows. His commitment to community service spans a decade, providing...

Who Is  A More Competent Technocrat Than Emmanuel Okoebor? The jostling for the Edo governor's seat is intensifying as Mr. Godwin Obaseki's administration nears its expiration. Several aspirants have expressed interest, but Edo faces economic and security crises, requiring a competent leader. Emmanuel Okoebor stands out as a technocrat with a comprehensive understanding of Edo's challenges. Emmanuel Okoebor, born in Uromi, Edo state, exemplifies discipline and commitment. From academic excellence at Agbado Primary School to a Civil Engineering degree and MBA from the University of Benin, his achievements reflect his dedication. With over 24 years at United Bank for Africa, rising to regional manager, Okoebor combines engineering expertise with banking experience. Beyond his professional success, Okoebor founded the DATWL Ehi Foundation, aiding disadvantaged children and widows. His commitment to community service spans a decade, providing scholarships and assist...

  Obaseki Salutes Governor Diri on His Re-election Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has congratulated the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, on his re-election and victory in Saturday’s Governorship election in the State. In a statement, Obaseki said the victory was well-deserved on account of his outstanding performance in the last four years, noting that the people’s power, as expressed during the poll, remained the most potent force in any democracy. According to him, “I heartily congratulate my brother and friend, Senator Douye Diri on his reelection as the Governor of Bayelsa State. “Your well-deserved victory is a testament to your excellent performance in office in the last four years.  It is a win for democracy, the people of Bayelsa State, and our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and also validates that truly, power belongs to the people.” “On...

SaFFER Honours NUJ Edo Chairman With Africa Ambassador Award Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists , Edo State Council,  Comrade Festus Alenkhe has been presented with a SaFFER Africa Ambassador Award by the World Safety Organisation.  Also, Comrade Festus Alenkhe has been inducted as Fellow Global Safety Institute.        The award is in recognition of his global impact in promoting public health,  safety, security as well as saving lives.     At the Lagos Chamber of commerce and Industry,  venue of the event, the country Director, World Safety Organisation, Nigeria Dr. Ambassador Soji Olalokun, said that the international body with presence in over 100 countries recognises the immense contributions of Festus Alenkhe towards safety of lives which over the years  have attracted both local and international commendation.     The Governor General of SaFEER Africa, Ambassador...

Edo Police Apprehend Two Kidnappers For Rape, Abduction Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin Some operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested two suspects, Marvelous Imiefoh, 20, and Uwaghele John, 24, for allegedly kidnapping and raping a 24-year-old lady, names withheld undisclosed. The suspects were arrested by the police at Ekpoma after the victim had reported her ordeal at the Ekpoma Police Division. Parading the suspects on Thursday in Benin, the state capital, the command’s spokesperson, Chidi Nwanbuzor, said the victim reported to the police that she was attacked and raped by the two men who met her in front of a club in Ekpoma. He asserted that, the suspects solicited her company for the night and they agreed on a fee of N25,000. He said,“Suddenly, the suspects, instead of taking her to the hotel as agreed, took her to a bush at Okopoji, Ekpoma, where they attacked, raped her and forcefully collected her Infinix phone, power bank, phone charger and transferred N19,...

Oba Ewuare 11 Promises To Donate  Land For Skill Acquisition Centre Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has promised to give parcel of land for a skill acquisition Centre where youths will live their dreams and reduce unemployment in Nigeria. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Oba, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, said the Benin Monarch made the promise  in response to a request by the Prelate of the Presbyterian Church, His Eminence, Dr. Ekpeyong Akpanika during a courtesy visit to Oba Palace in Benin City. According to the statement, the traditional ruler added that Benin monarch will assist the 177-year-old Mission in realizing the noble objectives and look forward to worship in the church in future. “Your request is noted and approved. We will work on it. We will do our best to assist you. No doubt that opportunity will present itself for us to come and worship in your church. Disclosing the essence of his visit to the O...

Edo Police Arrest Four Official Of BEDC Over Death Of Colleague Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin Wonder they say shall never end, as four officials of the Benin Electricity Distribution Commission (BEDC) have reportedly been arrested by the Edo State Police in connection with the recent electrocution of their colleague, Engr. August Izekor at Evbodia community, near Benin City. It was gathered that suspects were nabbed at different locations in Edo State by BEDC security personnel, who later handed them over to the police at Iyekogba Police Division in Oredo Local Government Area, where they were interrogated and are presently being detailed. Also, Engr. August Izekor had on October 26th, 2023, left his office at Etete, Benin City to restore power to Evbodia community following reports of a outage when one of his co-workers allegedly ordered that power should be restored, an action which led to his electrocution. Crying bitterly, the family members pointed accusing fingers at one of...

NPFL MD7: Bendel Insurance Defeats Remo Stars 1-0 With Luck ...Coach Odigie Expresses Optimism Insurance FC Will Get Better As League Progresses Iduozee Efe Paul  Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin, on Sunday at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium returned to winning ways in the  Nigeria Premier Football League with a 1-0 victory over table toppers Remo Stars of Ikenne, with luck in Benin city, Edo state. It was learnt that, Sarki Ismael scored the only goal of the match for the Benin Arsenals in the match day seven fixture,in the 24th minute of play. Sarki's long range strike from the right flank of the field caught Remo Stars Goalie Charles Tambe of guard, sending the home fans into  jubilation at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium, Benin. Bendelb Insurance FC continued to dictate the pace of the game till the end of the first half. They continued with their dominance in the second half until about 70th minute of play when the Daniel Ogunmodede side came out of their Sh...

Edo 2024: Labour Party Aspirant Advises Electorate Against Voting For "Foreign Leaders " By Iduozee Efe Paul Dr Azemhe Azena, a leading aspirant on the platform of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2024 governorship election in  Edo state,  has advised electorate not to vote for "foreign leaders" as governor in the election. Azena noted that diaspora candidates and leaders are not exposed to the challenges confronting the masses but only to  their benefactors. The Labour Party governorship candidate hopeful gave the advise  at the Azemhe Project Mega Summit with the theme, "Setting An Agenda for A Better Edo State," which took place  in Ekpoma, the Edo Central Senatorial District. "Edo people should not accept foreign leaders. Foreign leaders are those people who don't  live with us here in the state. They are those who don't have their families here in Edo state.  "They are those who don't have their investments here. They are...

Dubri Oil Company Empowers 10 Persons In The Host Communities ...Urges Beneficiaries To Make Proper Use Of Items  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin Dubri Oil Community Economic Empowerment initiative has trained and empowered ten Indigenes from their various host communities in Edo state. Addressing the beneficiaries, the Chairman Board of Trustee, Dubri Oil Community Economic Empowerment initative, Alh. M. A. Abu, Esq, said since 2010, Dubri Oil has made it a point of duty, as part of its corporate social responsibility to undertake the skill acquisition training of selected individuals in the operational areas. He made the statement at the 9th Batch award ceremony on the occasion of the 2023 Edition of the Empowerment of youths of the host communities of Dubri Oil operational areas in Benin city, Edo state. He said," I am indeed pleased to welcome us all to this occasion put together by Dubri Oil for the 2023 edition of the economic empowerment of deserving youths ...

Edo Queens Wins 4-3 With Penalty  Shootouts Over Bayelsa Queens  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The chairman,Edo state Sports Commission Olympian Yusuf Alli  congratulates the wife of Edo state Governor Her Excellency Betsy Obaseki and Edo Queens Football Club for the successes recorded in the  just concluded 2023 Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament. The Edo Sports Commission boss said that the annual Nigeria Women Premier Football League preseason tournament which came to an end on Wednesday evening at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium, Benin, was a huge success. Alli who expressed his joy over Edo Queens victory said that he was also impressed with the performance of the girls throughout the tournament adding that the coaches and the entire team have shown how ready they are for the new football season. " I congratulate our mother, Mrs Betsy Obaseki on the htchfree 2023  Betsy Obaseki Football tournament. I am particularly happy that sports is alive again ...

Edo NUJ Chairman Calls On Govts, Judiciary To Protect Journalists In Discharge Of Their Duty  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin Today is lnternational Day To End Impunity For Crimes Against Journalists And Media Workers.  To mark the day, the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists,  Edo state council, Comrade Festus Alenkhe has called on government at all levels to give adequate protection to journalists in discharging their social responsibility to the society. Comrade Festus Alenkhe while addressing journalists and students of  Royal House British International Schools  Nigeria to mark this year's International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists and Media Workers' in Benin City said journalists must be allowed to do their work unhindered.   He said ending impunity for crimes against journalists is one of the most important and complex challenges of recent times adding that It is an essential precondition to guarantee freedom o...

Amaju Pinnick Drags Davido For N2.3billion Iduozee Efe Paul Amaju Pinnick, the former president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has issued legal action against Davido for an alleged breach of agreement. Amaju Pinnick claimed that Davido failed to appear at the 19th edition of the Warri Again concert in Delta, despite receiving payment and arrangements being made for his transportation. Pinnick claims Davido received $94,600 to perform at the concert and $18,000 was paid to charter a plane to convey the singer to Warri. On Tuesday, the organizers of the concert filed a lawsuit seeking N2.3 billion against Davido Music Worldwide (DWM) limited. The claimant — under the name Brownhill Investments Company Limited — is praying to the court for N150 million as legal and professional fees and an additional N30 million as the cost of filing the suit. They are requesting a public apology from Davido on his social media accounts and in national newspapers for four consecutiv...

AAU Teachers Lament Over Salary Arrears For Two Months Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin   Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Edo State may soon return to the bad old days of agitation and disputes, following the refusal of the authorities to pay the salaries of the teachers and other staff of the state owned institution for two months running. A close source confided that the workers at the school may soon be forced to down tool if the salary issue is not resolved in earnest by the authorities. According to a reports from the tertiary institution indicated that apart from varying months of arears of salary (3,5,7,8 and 22) owed the staff of the institution, the salary for the months of September and October, 2023 have not been paid even in the face of creeping hardship occasioned by fuel subsidy removal.  Also, investigations revealed that while workers of the institution are groaning under severe hardship of non-payment of salary, members of the University's Special In...

Prof. Of ICT, IUO VC Urge Students To Apply Digital Technologies On Entrepreneurial  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin An ICT expert and a Prof. of Information Technology and Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Prof. Oladunni Daramola has urged students of Igbinedion University Okada (IUO), to explore and leverage on the skills of digital technologies in order for them to excel in the industry. Prof. Oladunni Daramola made the assertions at  Sir (Dr.) David Osunde Centre for Entrepreneurial and Skills Acquisition  at the opening ceremony Entrepreneurial skills acquisition and Employability Training for students in Okada, Benin city, said digital technology consists of the use of technological devices in Entrepreneurial business. Speaking on a topic:" Leveraging  Digital Technologies to Realise your Entrepreneurial Dream,"  she asserted that this time where there is shortage of jobs in the society that they should sta...

 "Nothing Wrong If Father And Son Have Issues" - Gov Sim Fubara Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Wednesday, 1st  November"2023 , expressed optimism that the political crisis, involving himself and his predecessor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike will be resolved.  He said there is nothing wrong for a father and a son to have problems, stressing that all issues, if any, will be resolved. The governor spoke when the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, led a military delegation to the Government House in Port Harcourt, the state capital. Fubara restated President Bola Tinubu’s resolve for peace and security in the country, especially during the off-season elections this month. The governor said, “For our dear state, I know everybody is wondering what’s going on, what’s not going on. We are okay, there is no problem. “If we have an internal issue, it will be resolved and everything will go back to normal. “There is nothing wrong if a father and a...

Edo NUJ Urges Members To Upgrade Their Academic Qualifications Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin    Edo Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has  urged its members to upgrade their academic qualifications to meet up with the NUJ constitution as ammended, and advised members of the Union to pay up their check off dues and professional fees, as at when due.  The Union also resolved that with the 2024 Governorship election in Edo State in sight, journalists are to remain apolitical and be objective in their reportage by adhering to the ethics of the profession. The Congress made the statement  in a Communique issued in October monthly  congress presided over by the Chairman of the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Festus Alenkhe.  The Congress was equally in attendance the former council chairman, Sir Roland Osakue, members of the State working committee and members drawn from the 15 chapels of t...