In a heartwarming gesture, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the Governor of Edo State, has pledged unwavering support for budding artists within the state. His commitment aims to empower these artists, enabling them to compete effectively on the global stage. The occasion that marked this promise was a private lunch hosted by […]
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Moses Ajayi, the president of the Ososo carnival, in this interview with JAYMS SMART, shed light on the vision to promote unity and togetherness among community members and visitors. With a lineup of exciting events and activities, Ososo Carnival 2023 aims to foster a sense of belonging and inclusivity. From […]
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Edo is ready to groove to the electrifying beats and soul-stirring tunes as the Music Fiesta for the year 2023 and the spectacular 2nd year anniversary celebration on December 17th. The scintillating event of the Comrade Ambassador Festus Alenkhe-led Edo NUJ will take […]
Ososo PITO Development Foundation is set to host the 2023 edition of an unforgettable night of cultural immersion and talent showcase as the highly anticipated Project Independence to Ososo (PITO) Nite returns! Mark your calendars for the exhilarating 2023 edition, themed “Afekhafe (Home is Home),” taking place at the prestigious […]
Renowned musician, John Ighodaro, popularly known as Johnny Drille, paid a visit to Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, in Benin City, where he conveyed his appreciation for the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub. The hub serves as a platform for nurturing creative talents in the state. During the meeting, Johnny […]
Tourism has emerged as a leading economic sector worldwide and has boosted trade and opened up countries and geographic areas that lagged in economic development. For many countries, tourism is a significant vehicle for economic progress that generates employment, foreign exchange, tax revenues, and contributes to poverty alleviation. Tourism is […]
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) executives and members are in Benin City for the Nollywood Actors Summit 2022, organized by the Edo State Skills Development Agency (EdoJobs) and hosted by Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki. Speaking at the Nollywood Actors Summit 2022, which had as its theme “Impact […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has urged South Korean investors to invest in the state’s Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), agriculture, tourism and creative sectors. The governor made the submission at the Nigeria-Korea Business Forum in Seoul 2022, noting that the state is an attractive destination of choice […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, at the closing ceremony of the Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF) gives out over $50,000 to winners of various categories. in Benin City, called for increased private sector participation to sustain the annual film festival as well as the gains recorded with […]
It does not matter the place nor time, films have always inspired social change due to their ability to teach viewers about experiences outside their own perspective, inspire empathy and raise politically charged and socially relevant questions… Stories, whether filmmaking, writing or documentaries, are one of the most powerful […]