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Medical Women Association Salutes Igbinedion at 90

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By Lucky Isibor  The Edo State chapter of the Medical Women Association of Nigeria MWAN has felicitated with the Esama of Benin Kingdom and Honorary Romanian Consul to Edo and Delta States, Sir, Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion on the occasion of his 90th birthday celebration.  In a congratulatory message signed by the President of the Edo State chapter of the association, Dr. Irene Akhideno described Chief Igbinedion as a shining inspiration to Edo people and humanity in general.  While appreciating the Esama's contributions to the association as its patron, the statement noted that Chief Igbinedion's commitment to the development and preservation of our culture and heritage has left indelible footprint on our community.  "Obehalf of the Committee of Past Presidents, Executives and members of the Medical Women's Association of Nigeria,Edo State, we would like to extend our warmest felicitations to you on your 90th birthday! This remarkable milestone is a t

Oshiomhole's Claim of Disqualification of Ighodalo, Treasonable Offence - PDP

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The Ause/Ogie Campaign Council of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described as treasonable offence, claims of the former governor of EDO State and now Senator Adams Oshiomhole of the APC that Ighodalo is not a candidate of PDP in the Governorship election of Edo State scheduled for September 21, laying claims to the judgement of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The Deputy Director of strategic communications of the campaign council, Dr. Pedro Obaseki stated this at an interactive session with journalists at the state secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, we cqEdo State. Dr. Obaseki who said the court did not disqualify the PDP governorship candidate but only gave a judgement in favour of Ausue Ighodalo, described APC  as a failed party that was trying to convince the people with uncharitable words. According to Dr. Obaseki, APC had only succeeded in fielding a candidate who cannot interface with the people, shying away from media engagement and speaking to

Edo State Anti- Cultism Taskforce Arrests 11 Suspects, to Face Prosecution

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The Edo State Special Anti-Cultism Task Force  on Wednesday in Benin City, the Edo State capital, paraded 11 persons suspected to be involved in cultitism in the State, pointing out that the operation that led to their arrest is giving effect to the attainment of the Edo State guidelines of zero tolerance for cults and cultism  related crimes in the state adding that more would be done within the ambit of the law to stamp out cultism from the state such that there would not be any hiding place for cultists in the state. The taskforce headed by the Department of State Services (DSS) was created by the Governor Obaseki-led state government in response to increasing cult killings which had claimed many youthful lives across the state. The directive was clear – crush cultism with an iron fist. Speaking on behalf of the Special Task Force which included all security agencies across the state, the State Commissioner of Communication, Mr. Chris Nehikhare the eleven suspects arrest

Edo 2024: Consensus Christian Leaders Forum Holds Prayer Session

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. By Lucky Isibor Ahead the Edo State 2024 governorship election, the Consensus Christian Leaders Forum (CCLF) is to hold a prayer session on Saturday, 10 February to seek the face of God to lead Edo people aright to choose a God fearing Governor on 21 September. In a release by the leader of CCLF, Archbishop Fred Aghedo stated that the prayer session with the theme "Where is Edo of our dream", and called on Edo people to join the group in the prayers to seek the face of God and pray for the realisation of the Edo of our dream. Archbishop Aghedo noted that the people cannot have an Edo of their dream while sitting back, resting on their oars, but urged them to challenge God with prayers on the realisation of the Edo State of their dream; adding that it's only when they have good and God fearing leaders that the Edo State of our dream can be realised. While noting that the CCLF is also known as "when the ritheous rule, the people will rejoice", Archbi

Edo 2024: Why Dorry Okojie Fits The Bill

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The present economic realities in the country has made it imperative that the next Governor of Edo State is endowed with vigour of mind and intellectual resources to be able to  think outside the box. The need to have a Governor who has the capacity to take Edo people through the present economic hardships without causing them pains cannot be over emphasised.  This is why (Dr) Dorry Afe Efosa Okojie fits the bill. (Dr) Dorry Okojie who started his business from a very humble beginning brought his entrepreneurship ingenuity to bear in his property firm, thus expanding through lips and bounds. His business ingenuity has become a model for international rating agencies for young entrepreneur in Africa and other developing nations to take a cue from. Given the mandate to govern Edo State, Dr Dorry Afe Okojie will no doubt replicate these successes in Edo State to create employment opportunities for the teeming youths, create safety nets for the poor to be lifted out of poverty

DORRY OKOJIE SET TO REINVENT EDO STATE

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As a brilliant and intelligent young man, a successful entrepreneur, his leadership gift embodies, but not limited to inspiring people towards new ideas and innovations-- that are required to reinvent Edo. In the race for Edo2024, we have seen in Dorry Okojie, a true expression of a leader with an inspiring vision of a glorious future. He possesses robust attributes that he can successfully deploy in motivating and inspiring people to engage with that vision and managing its delivery. These innovations will be found in all sectors-- health care delivery, job creation through agriculture, road infrastructure, youth and women empowerment and education. The assurance that Dorry Okojie will deliver on these cardinal goals is the reason he needs and deserves the support of all as the Governorship race gathers momentum. Powered By D. O Media Team.

Edo2024: Okojie, A Beacon of Hope for Edo State's Development

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In a world saturated with politicians' rhetoric and empty promises, the emergence of a genuine leader like Okojie, with an unflinching resolve to develop Edo State, is a breath of fresh air. Unlike many politicians who rely on soapbox speeches and hollow assurances, Okojie's vision is backed by concrete plans and a track record of pragmatic programs. With a focus on people-oriented initiatives, his blueprint for good governance promises to improve the lives of Edo citizens and residents. Okojie's unflinching resolve to develop Edo state when elected as the next governor of Edo state is premised on the assurance of good governance which does not derive its blueprint from soapbox rhetoric and bogus promises bereft of focus and purpose, but founded on time tested people oriented pragmatic programs designed to improve the lives of Edo citizens and its residents. One of the most compelling aspects of Okojie's aspiration are his proofs of track records of success.