The kukuruku hills in Akoko-Edo local government area of Edo State came alive with unprecedented fervor as the Ososo Carnival celebrated its milestone 15th anniversary from December 27 – 30, 2025. The four-day event, widely regarded as a jewel in Edo State tourism calendar, delivered a masterclass in cultural promotion […]
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Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has called for enhanced collaboration between Edo and the Italian government, emphasizing that cultural exchange can serve as a powerful catalyst for economic development and sustainable progress. The governor made the appeal during a courtesy visit in Benin City by Mr. Iacopo Foti, Deputy […]
Preparations are in full swing for the 5th edition of the Owan 10km Marathon, scheduled to take place on January 3, 2026. The annual race, which has grown steadily in popularity, is set to welcome athletes from across Nigeria and beyond, with organizers promising a more expansive and impactful event. […]
*By Oluwole Ajakaiye As a continuation of the discussion on “Tourism in Rural Areas: A Key to Broad-Based Empowerment, Preservation, and Exposure of Our Cultural Heritage,” it is essential to explore the immense potential within the Federal Government’s “Renewed Hope Creative Villages” initiative. This initiative presents a significant opportunity to […]
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has set the stage for an exhilarating collaboration between Nigerian and German filmmakers. Welcoming the filmmakers from Germany in Benin City, Governor Obaseki emphasized his commitment to supporting and nurturing creatives by providing an enabling environment and state-of-the-art equipment. Representing the governor, Commissioner for […]
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 Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reiterated his dedication to transforming Edo into a cultural and tourism center in West Africa. This commitment was expressed during his inspection of the ongoing construction at the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA). In his words, “I am pleased that […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has unveiled a visionary Tourism Master Plan on Tuesday, signaling the state’s quest to become the preferred global tourist destination. With the implementation of this meticulous blueprint, the government aims to generate a staggering ₦2 trillion in revenue from the tourism sector over […]
In an attempt to increase the state’s tourism potential, Mr. Lucky Erherha, the CEO of Zumera Group, has announced that his company is starting work on a skyscraper project in Edo named “Zumera Tower.” Erherha stated at the project’s Benin City kickoff that the five-story Zumera Tower would serve as […]
The Edo State Governor Mr. Godwin Obaseki of has said that the state government has concluded arrangement to revitalize the Ojirami dam situated in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State in order to provide and supply portable water to the entire local government area. The Governor made this known […]