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Anyone with information concerning Madam Darwang or her family is kindly requested to contact the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Secretariat Complex, Block C, Ground floor, along Sapele road, Benin City, Edo State. “Your information could help reconnect an elderly mother and former teacher with her loved ones and those who remember her.

Under the Leadership of His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo as Chairman of the Campaign Advisory Council, and with the support of distinguished co-chairmen, including senator Adams Aliu Oshiomhole and Chief Jarrett Tenebe, the chapter has established a robust structure designed to ensure effective coordination, mobilisation and delivery of the Party’s electoral objectives across the State.”

As the ‘curtain falls’ for the Kulu kulu I of Africa, commentators say it brings to an end a political career spanning several decades during which he played major roles in Edo State politics and the PDP at state, zonal and national levels. For Wike, the transition of Orbih is the fall of one of the biggest trees in the political forest of Edo State, lamenting he had lost a close friend and dependable political ally. In a condolence statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary of the Party, Prince Peter Uwadiae-Igbinigie, the APC described Orbih as a distinguished elder statesman, respected political leader and committed member of the PDP whose contributions transcended partisan boundaries.

“Anyone with information about Madam Esther or her family is urged to contact the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Benin City."

"This award belongs to Edo State and to every stakeholder who has contributed to our collective efforts to prevent Sexual and Gender-Based Violence; and protect survivors. "We are encouraged by this recognition, but we also recognise that there is still much work to be done. "We will continue to strengthen our systems, deepen collaboration and ensure that every woman and girl in Edo State can live free from violence and fear."

Archbishop Akubueze’s commitment to protecting the dignity of every human person, particularly women, children and other vulnerable members of society, as well as his advocacy for strong family values, aligns closely with the mandate of the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, the Commissioner pointed out. "She extended her heartfelt condolences to the clergy, religious and lay faithful of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, the Catholic Bishops’ "Conference of Nigeria, the immediate family of the late Archbishop and all those grieving his demise

“Our logistics are ready. Our transportation arrangements are complete. Election personnel have been adequately trained. Electoral materials have been deployed. Security coordination has been concluded. Communication systems are operational. “Every Local Government Area, every Ward and every Polling Unit is ready. The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission has fulfilled its constitutional responsibility by putting in place every necessary arrangement for the successful conduct of the 2026 Local Government Elections"

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Peter Guobadia, a 53 year old United States of America deportee mentally challenged, has been rescued by the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development. Guobadia was found wandering along Airport Road in Benin City, the State Capital in a state of severe mental distress; and taking up its responsibility, the Ministry provided urgent medical care, and reunited him with the family.

Beyond politics, his exemplary leadership, humility, and passion for the development of society have earned him the respect and admiration of people across all divides. As he marks another year of God’s abundant blessings, we celebrate a distinguished son of Edo State whose life and service continue to impact countless lives positively.