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Hendrix Oliomogbe  For his significant contributions to governance and legislative development in Edo State, former Speaker of Edo State House of Assembly, Mr. Frank Okiye has been honoured with a Public Service Excellence Award by the Department of Social Sciences, Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma. The award ceremony which took place at the opening of the 5th Annual International Conference on Monday, 13th April, 2026 was also, in a way, a celebration of the Edo State Lottery Regulatory Commission, Executive Chairman's dedication to community development and principled leadership during his stint in the legislative chambers. Hon. Okiye, a distinguished political and social figure was lionized for fostering good governance, upholding legislative integrity, and supporting community development initiatives, particularly within the Edo State framework.  Elated, the executive chairman of Edo Lottery Commission, who highlighted the role of education in shaping his public servi...

     Ogiamien, Madam Idahosa Hendrix Oliomogbe  More messages of condolences have continued to pour in following the death of Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa, the mother of Edo State deputy governor, Hon Dennis Idahosa. Madam Idahosa (neé Enabulele) passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 95. The chairman, Independent petroleum marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Benin Depot, Mr. Michael Ogiamien and members of the state executive of IPMAN have extended heartfelt condolences to the deputy governor over the death of his mother. In the message, Hon. Ogiamien extolled the sterling qualities of the matriarch of the Idahosa Family, noting that her impactful service to her extended family at Iguobazuwa community and the women folk was not only inspiring but valuable and outstanding. He eulogized her: "Her unwavering commitment to family values, positive traits and character moulding were vital and an added advantage to the responsible children, God used her to ...

Hendrix Oliomogbe  Immediate past Edo State Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Dr. Samson Osagie has vehemently denied dumping the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the budding African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement, Dr. Osagie insisted that the report which has it that he has concluded plans resign from the APC to join ADC in his home Constituency of Uhunmwode Local Government Area was circulated in the social media, is the handiwork of idle minds. The former House of Representatives member said that he has no intention of leaving the APC either now or in the foreseeable future. The statement read in part: "My attention has just been drawn to a social media post that it is been rumored that I will soon be resigning  from APC to join the ADC  "I Hon. Samson R. Osagie, PhD wishes to make it clear unequivocally that the speculation is the handiwork of idle minds "I have no intention of leaving the APC either now or in the foreseeable future. ...

Okiye signing the condolence register  Hendrix Oliomogbe  Members of the Edo State Lottery Regulatory Commission (ESLRC) have paid a condolence visit to the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, following the passing of his beloved mother, Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa (neé Enabulele), 95, died on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The delegation, led by the executive chairman of the Commission, Hon Francis Abumere Okiye, and some members of the Commission, including executive commissioners,  Hon. Elvis Uadiale and Hon. Ndidi Aghimien, among others. Speaking during the visit, Hon. Okiye conveyed the Commission’s heartfelt sympathies to the Idahosa family, emphasizing that the loss of a mother is one of life’s most profound and irreplaceable pains, given the unique bond, love, and guidance that mothers provide.  The former speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly prayed God to gran the deputy governor and his entire family the strength, comfort and grace ne...

  Hendrix Oliomogbe  The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Edo State Council has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa the mother of Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa. adam Idahosa (neé Enabulele) died on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 95. ‎In a joint statement by the chairman, Mr. Patrick Ochoga and secretary, Mr. Patrick Ahanor, they described the late matriarch of the Idahosa family as a woman of remarkable virtue, whose life was defined by service, resilience, and unwavering commitment to family and community. ‎The Ochoga and Ahanor noted that her longevity and impactful life stand as a testimony to her strength of character and the values she upheld, which are evident in the lives of her children and all who came in contact with her. The statement read in part: ‎“We join the deputy governor, the Idahosa family, and the people of Edo State in mourning this great loss. Losing a mother, regardless of ...

Oshiomhole                                                      Hendrix Oliomogbe  More messages of felicitations have continued to pour in following the 74th anniversary of the birth of former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole. The latest is from the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Dr. Taiwo Akerele, a former Chief of Staff to another Edo State erstwhile governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki. Senator Oshiomhole, a former national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), presently represents Edo North in the upper legislative branch, and was born on April 4, 1952 in Iyamoh-Uzairue, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state. While Prof. Monday Igbafen, the chairman, Caretaker Committee,  NLC, Edo State described Senator Oshiomhole in his birthday message as "a courageous, fearless, rugged, articulate, char...

          Mrs. Oviasu  Hendrix Oliomogbe  On the occasion of the 2026 Easter celebration, the global president of Edo National Association Worldwide (ENAW), Engr. (Mrs.) Bose Oviasu has appealed to the federal government to adopt a pragmatic approach in ameliorating the excruciating effects of the nation's economy as a result of the increase in the price of fuel.  Mrs. Oviasu, who joined religious and world leaders to felicitate with Christians on the completion of the Lenten season, said that Nigerians in the diaspora  are doing their best, to sustain the economy, through direct investment in the critical sectors of the economy and are contributing significantly to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).  The Lenten season culminated in the celebration of the life, crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the essence of Easter. In a goodwill message to Christians and members of ENAW, she said that Easter calls for sober r...