The 70th birthday celebration of Professor Lawrence Ezemonye, Vice Chancellor of Nigeria’s premier private university, Igbinedion University, Okada, reached a dazzling high point as the Chancellor and Esama of Benin, Sir Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, presented him with a luxury car gift. The grand presentation, which took place on the university campus, was witnessed […]
The Diocese of Benin, Anglican Communion, has continued its 2026 combined Lenten service, with the Week Four programme held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, located along 2nd East Circular Road in Benin City. Esther Ogoro reports that the Lenten season, which brings together clergy and worshippers from across the diocese, is aimed at deepening spiritual […]
The Esama of Benin and Chancellor of Nigeria’s premier private university, Igbinedion University, Okada, His Excellency, Sir Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, has hosted a special birthday celebration in honour of the University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Lawrence Ezemonye, who turns 70. Pius Nsogho reports that the renowned generosity of the House of Igbinedion was on […]
The family of Late Elder Daniel Mohammed Itsabemor of Jattu–Uzairue in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State has held the burial ceremony of their mother, Late Deaconess Mrs. Esther Dele Itsabemor, née Alufohai, at the family residence in accordance with Pentecostal Christian traditions. Edo North Bureau Chief, MacDonald Irunokha, who covered the event, […]
The Edo State Government has directed contractors handling infrastructure projects across the state to strictly adhere to approved quality standards or face reconstruction at their own cost. The Special Adviser to Governor Monday Okpebholo on Projects Implementation and Monitoring, Engineer Phoebe Williams-Bello, gave the directive during an on-site inspection of ongoing road projects in Edo […]
Activities marking the funeral rites of the late President and Founder of Nosakhare College of Education and Nosakhare Educational Centre, Elder Nosakhare Eghobamien, continued with a special church service tagged “A Day of Tributes” held in his honour. The service took place at the Assemblies of God Church, Benin One, along Edo Avenue, off Upper […]
Concerns are mounting among electricity consumers over what they describe as a sharp increase in power costs, with many questioning the pricing system following the rollout of new prepaid meters by distribution companies. While some blame the rapid depletion of units, others on estimated billing say they are burdened with charges they cannot justify. Jolaade […]
FIFA has rejected the Nigeria Football Federation’s petition regarding the eligibility of certain DR Congo players in the 2026 World Cup playoff in Rabat, Morocco, on November 16, 2025. Following the ruling, NFF General Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi confirmed that the federation has already begun the process of appealing FIFA’s decision, citing concerns over alleged […]
Edo State Government today commemorated the 2026 World Oral Health Day with a free dental screening and procedures for staff of Government House, their spouses and other members of the public. The event held at the Government House Clinic encouraged residents to brush twice daily with fluoride-containing toothpaste, visit a dentist regularly for early diagnosis […]
Residents of Benin City are raising concerns over a sharp increase in the price of sachet water, following a weekend scarcity that disrupted supply across parts of the city. Many fear the situation may worsen if urgent measures are not taken. Jolaade Ojo has details. www.itvradiong.com/live YouTube: @itvradiong | https://www.youtube.com/@itvradiong Facebook: @ITVandRadio | https://facebook.com/itvandradio www.twitter.com/itvradiong […]
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