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For the umpteenth time, Hon. Prince Joe Okojie has proven that he's a leader who doesn't just talk the talk, but walks the walk. His word is his bond. Those privy to be close to him can attest to the fact that he under promises and over performs.  Time and time again, Hon. Prince Joe Okojie has demonstrated his dedication to the people and the causes he cares about. He's a man of integrity, a man of his word, and a leader who inspires trust and confidence. So, when Hon. Prince Joe Okojie makes a promise, you can bet your last dollar that he'll deliver. He's a man who walks his talk, and that's what sets him apart from the rest.  Let's rally behind Hon. Prince Joe Okojie, a leader who truly embodies the values of integrity, accountability, and transparency. For the greater good of our homeland, let's support Hon. Prince Joe Okojie, For Senate Edo Central senatorial district! #JoeOkojieForSenate #EdoCentraDeservesBetter PRINCE JOE OKOJIE'S MOVEMENT

                                  Executive  Gov. of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis  Ogbonna Nwifuru  The Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt.Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru.  marked his 50th birthday anniversary celebration and dedicated  a mega Catholic church for worship and priest quarters in recognition as the body of Christ.  The Catholic Bishop of Abakaliki Diocese, His Lordship Most Reverend Dr. Peter Nworie Chukwu, in the official commissioning commended the Governor of Ebonyi State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, for his generosity in building a house for God. Bishop Chukwu made the commendation while dedicating the St. Emmanuel’s Ultramodern Parish House in Edukwu-Achi Agbaja, Izzi Local Government Area. He acknowledged the governor’s commitment to the Church and prayed that God would bless him for his decision to erect a befitting house of wor...

                                                                                                                                                                          Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo is God sent to the people and no amount of propaganda will change the fact that he has been elected to bring positive innovations to drive the state to development and prosperity. From the feedback from Edo people, they are appreciating the efforts of the governor to put right all that was done wrong in the past and to consolidate on providing good governanc...

  Hon. Prince Joe Okojie is indeed the best man for the job, and his qualifications and experience make him an ideal candidate to represent the people of Edo Central in the Senate. With his deep understanding of the needs of the people, he has developed a legislative agenda that addresses the key areas of sense of community, peace and security, education, health, job creation, and infrastructural development. His plan to stimulate economic growth, improve healthcare, and enhance education in the region is comprehensive and well-thought-out. What sets Hon. Prince Joe Okojie apart from other aspirants is his proven track record of delivery. He has a history of getting things done, of making a positive impact on the lives of the people, and of being a true representative of the community. His commitment to transparency and accountability is unwavering, and he has a strong sense of justice and a deep respect for the rule of law. As a unifying force in the community, he has the ability ...

Members of  the  Nigeria legion, Ebonyi State Command  have remembered widows of  fallen heroes with welfare package, food items and  undisclosed cash  amount to enable them take  care of their family left behind.  The State Deputy Corps Commander,  Chibueze Joshua Elem, told newsmen that, "From time to time we visit them. Few days ago we  paid homage to some of our retired soldiers in their various homes making  people around  them know that they have been  in the military.  The Commander also used the opportunity to thank the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru and other council members of the Nigeria legion, Ebonyi for  identifying with the  fallen heroes families and retired soldiers He  also thanked the President of the  Federal Republic of Nigeria for  looking into their matter through the National Assembly where the bill on how to take care of Nigeria heroes have passed sec...

  A consultant P aediatric Neurologist, University of Benin Teaching Hospital,  Dr. Paul Ikhurionan has urged mothers to engage more with their children to avoid developmental delays of the child. Speaking during a  Seminar organized by the Institute of Child Health, UBTH/UNIBEN in Benin City, Dr. Ikhurionan,   a Senior research fellow in the Institute of Child Health,  University of Benin  identified f actors that protect against developmental delays  to include a well functioning family and a mother who engages with the child (maternal sensitivity and responsiveness). The seminar titled “Understanding developmental  delay:  helping your child catch up with peers” was chaired by Dr. Israel Aina, a consultant, child psychiatrist in the Department of Mental Health, UNIBEN/UBTH.  was attended by over 120 (one hundred and twenty) persons and dignitaries.  According to Dr. Ikhurionan, " Developmental delay is deviation from no...

  Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has condemned the recent attacks on seven farming communities in Ovia-South West Local Government Area, which resulted in the loss of 22 lives and widespread destruction of property.  The Governor has also denounced the killing of two farmers, Batemue Philip Ebo and Christopher Bello, in Okpekpe community, Etsako East Local Government Area, by suspected herdsmen. The devastating attack on seven farming communities in Ovia South West, which left 22 people dead, and several others injured were reportedly carried out by militants. The militants also destroyed buildings and farm produce worth millions of naira. “We will not tolerate any form of violence or lawlessness in Edo State,” Governor Okpebholo said. “We will work tirelessly to ensure that those responsible for these heinous acts are brought to justice, and we will do everything in our power to prevent such incidents from happening again in the future.” Meanwhile, Governor Okp...

  His Royal Majesty, Oba John Olasehinde Akinyomi, (Ojagbemi II), the 18th Laragunsin of Ode Iyansan, in Ondo State, has congratulated His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, Executive Governor of Ondo State, on his swearing - in ceremony into office. The monarch made this special good will message, via a Congratulatory Letter dated February 23rd, 2025, which he signed and gave to journalists in Akure on February 24th, 2025. Oba John Olasehinde Akinyomi said Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State is a divinely selected leader fulfilling his political destiny. Governor (Dr.) Lucky Aiyedatiwa, was sworn in on Monday February 24th, 2025, in Akure the state capital; he is the 7th Governor of Ondo State, his predecessor was the late Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN, CON, who passed on late last year (2024), after a protracted illness. According to the congratulatory message of His Royal Majesty: "On behalf of the Royal Family, and the good people of Ode Iyansan, I ...

Edo State Government has sympathized with families of two persons killed by suspected herdsmen at Okpekpe Community in Etsako East Local Government Area and warned the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to stop instigating insecurity in the state. The Commissioner for information and Communication, Hon. Paul Ohonbamu in a statement in Benin City berated the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP for their failure to tackle insecurity in the state for eight years. ."The Governor is very serious about the security of lives and property in the state and will not tolerate any act to orchestrate violence, criminality, kidnapping, cultism and murder.                                                                                                    ...

Chairman of  Abakaliki local government council Area in Ebonyi State, Hon. Stephen Ebere Nwogba has  condemned acts of indecent styles of dressing in this model society. The  Chairman  who lamented that people have deviated from their cultural ways of dressing, both youth and adult stated this while speaking with Newsmen in his office at the Local government headquarters  Nkaliki.  He Said, "the time has come when everybody in different Leadership positions in the society and the parents should wake up from slumber to correct their children at home about this error of indecent dressing that is getting out of hand in our society. " Both the government,  clergy, Traditional  rulers, parents, the media and the security personnel  should wake up from slumber to fight against this mess which is turning the society into something else," he noted. The Chairman further expressed his disappointment, challenging the religious leaders, Pastors and Churc...

                                                                                           Every good politician is some one who always inspires people around him or her and play key roles in virtually all areas of human endeavors that bring development to the society they live in.  Interestingly, some persons who aspire to be leaders, either elected or appointed refuse to abide by the rules that responsibility comes with accountability For example, a father in the home is expected to display some qualities of responsibility to his children because he is going to be accountable to God. But if he becomes irresponsible, there is a repercussion at that stage. Therefore, everyone occupying a leadership position in the home, the local government, the state and...

. The Name Prince Joe Okojie is a household name among political actors, political elites in Edo Central, and Edo State at large. The name sounds like a bell in the corridor of justice, democratic principles, community development, & humanitarian services. Joe Okojie stands tall among peers due to his political and personal growth and well being in terms of his loyalty to humans, his consistency, steadfastness, Commitment, and moral well-being. A well learned, cultured, vocal, and  bold personality knows what it takes to represent the people at any given opportunity. The good people of Edo Central, Let's Rise & Shine With PRINCE JOE OKOJIE  SUPPORT, NOMINATE & VOTE PRINCE JOE OKOJIE AS SENATOR REPRESENTING EDO CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

      To enhance the living standard of the people, the Governor Monday Okpebholo administration banned  Market Unions that arbitrarily fix exorbitant prices for goods and food items, thereby drastically reducing the prices of food items in markets across the state and the Executive Order was signed by His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo on December 31st, 2024 for the Establishment, Adoption and Implementation of the Principles of Framework for responsible and inclusive Land-intensive  Agricultural Investment (FRILIA). The Edo State Government realizes the importance of agriculture in the socio-economic development of the state  and  approved the establishment of the State Road Fund (SRF) and Rural Access Road Agency (RARA), requirements under the FRILIA RAAMP program.  This will qualify Edo State to access the $500 million World Bank grant for Rural Agricultural Development and the Budget of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security...

Since the  inauguration of Senator Monday Okpebholo as elected Governor on  November 12th 2024, the administration has chart a rising profile for Edo state in one hundred days and this has envisioned an enduring policy framework that inculcates good governance, progress, due process, accountability and sustainable development. Prior to the coming of the Okpebholo's administration, governance in the state lacked the political will or commitment to evolve an effective or holistic strategy to impact positively on the  lives of the people. One hundred days in office, the impact of the administration has been phenomenal and baffled even the most ardent critics because of the giant strides of the Okpebholo administration which hit the ground running immediately after inauguration. The Governor believes that the basic function of government is to cater to the welfare of its people and he knows that there can be no meaningful progress or development without peace and security of ...