The Directors Guild of Nigeria has unequivocally condemned the act of brutality against Dr. Don Pedro Obaseki on Sunday in Benin City. According to a statement by the organization, Dr. Don Pedro Obaseki is not only a long-standing member of the Directors Guild of Nigeria but also a pioneer Nigerian filmmaker who has, for decades, […]
Residents of Benin witnessed a heightened security presence as officials of the Edo State Police Command conducted a coordinated road show across major streets of the Edo State Capital City. The exercise, described as a routine show of force, was aimed at reassuring residents and deterring criminal activities as the year 2026 approaches. Jolaade Ojo […]
The Benin Traditional Council has clarified its position regarding the unfortunate incident in which Dr. Pedro Obaseki was manhandled. In a statement signed by the secretary of Benin Traditional Council, Frank Irabor, the Council said the incident in which Dr. Pedro Obaseki was manhandled was not authorized by the Oba of Benin. The Council emphasizes […]
The spirit of love and compassion for the needy was recently demonstrated by the Chief Executive Officer of GCAKE Arts, Mr. Osilama Osigbemhe Godswill, who led his team to Eghosa Orphanage to celebrate Christmas with the children. Wellington Akodeja reports that various gift items were presented to both the children and the management of the […]
Independent Television and Radio have concluded preparations to host residents and families from across Edo State for the annual Iselogbe New Year Groove, scheduled to hold on Thursday, January 1st, 2026, at the corporate headquarters of the station, Glass House, Airport Road, Benin City. The event, which has become a yearly tradition, is designed to […]
The Edo State Police Command says it has launched an investigation into the public humiliation and assault on Nigerian Nollywood Icon, Politician and cultural advocate, Dr Don Pedro Obaseki, which occurred on Sunday, December 28th, in Benin City. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, who disclosed this, said the Command is on the […]
The joy of residents of Iguoshodin in Ovia North-East Local Government Area knew no bounds as the Member of the House of Representatives representing Ovia Federal Constituency, Honourable Omosede Igbinedion, distributed bags of rice to enable them specially celebrate the yuletide season. Efosa Uwangue reports. www.itvradiong.com/live www.youtube.com/itvradiong www.facebook.com/itvradiong www.twitter.com/itvradiong www.instagram.com/itvradiong www.tiktok.com/@itvradiong
A book titled The History of An African Community, Ikhọnmiotọ, The History of Onicha-Olona Kingdom authored by Prince Ephraim Nwabuokei has been unveiled and launched in Benin City. The three hundred and ninety-nine page book was unveiled by the Iyase of Benin, Chief Sam Igbe as chairman of the event. Ikponmwosa Ugiagbe has details. www.itvradiong.com/livewww.youtube.com/itvradiongwww.facebook.com/itvradiongwww.twitter.com/itvradiongwww.instagram.com/itvradiongwww.tiktok.com/@itvradiong
Seventeen retirees and several dedicated staff members of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City, have been honoured for their years of service as the hospital marked its End-of-Year Party and 2025 Staff Merit Award Ceremony. Joy Obarisiagbon reports. www.itvradiong.com/live www.youtube.com/itvradiong www.facebook.com/itvradiong www.twitter.com/itvradiong www.instagram.com/itvradiong www.tiktok.com/@itvradiong
The two-day event marking the 30th anniversary of the late musical icon, Osakpanwan Ohenhen, has concluded with a music concert in Benin City. Efosa Uwangue reports that several musicians took center stage to honor the late maestro. www.itvradiong.com/livewww.youtube.com/itvradiongwww.facebook.com/itvradiongwww.twitter.com/itvradiongwww.instagram.com/itvradiongwww.tiktok.com/@itvradiong
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