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Chief Dr. Franklin Owi Okosodo has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo,  Governor of Edo State, on the occasion of his 56th Birthday Anniversary Chief Dr. Franklin Okosodo described the Governor as a visionary leader, and a beacon of hope for Edo State. "Your Excellency, your life of service, dedication to the progress of Edo State, and commitment to the ideals of good governance are worthy of celebration. At 56, you continue to demonstrate wisdom, strength, and passion for transforming our dear state," he stated. Dr. Franklin Owi Okosodo, the  Omozoya of Ekpoma Kingdom, noted that under Senator Okpebholo’s leadership in Edo State is already delivering on its promises of prosperity, peace, and people-oriented development. He prayed that Almighty God will continue to grant the Governor long life, sound health, divine wisdom, and greater strength to lead Edo State to greater heights.  On behalf of myself, my...

The Board, Management and Staff of S.A Skaff Construction International Nigeria Limited, heartily congratulate His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, on the occasion of his 56th Birthday Anniversary. We celebrate your exemplary leadership, dedication to service, and commitment to the development and prosperity of Edo State. Your administration’s focus on infrastructure, peace, and people-oriented governance is already yielding positive results across the state. As a company committed to building enduring structures and national development, we are inspired by your vision for a greater Edo State and beyond. On this special day, we pray that Almighty God grants you long life, sound health, divine wisdom, and renewed strength* to continue leading Edo State to greater heights. Once again, Happy 56th Birthday, Your Excellency. May this new age usher in more achievements and lasting legacies for the good people of Edo State. Signe...

EKPMOMA, EDO STATE, NIGERIA – Clergy men and women under the umbrella of All Esan Indigenous Gospel Ministers Association on Tuesday, 18th August 2026 held a powerful prayer session for Governor Monday Okpebholo, "Akpakomuza", Esanland, Edo State and Nigeria at large. The prayer meeting, with the theme "Divine Blessings, Prosperity and Protection for our Governor Akpakomuza, Esanland, Edo State and Nigeria at Large" was held at World Harvest for Christ, Ekpoma. The International President of the Association, Archbishop Dr. Andrew Iyare, hosted the Association’s Prayer Band in his church. The Pentecostal Archbishop of Esanland and Patron of the Association, Archbishop Dr. Anthony Okosun, was the Guest of Honour and Guest Preacher. Speaking at the event, Clerics said the sole aim of the prayer meeting was to seek God’s face for the success of the Governor and the state.  "We are praying for God to bless, protect and secure Akpakomuza as G...

BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA – The Publisher and Managing Director/CEO of Esanland Update Magazine, Comrade Kingsley Augustine Okoirhon, has congratulated Chief Hon. Sunny Ojiezua Ojiezele, Ikpenonwen, Member representing Esan South East Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, on his emergence as the Majority Leader of the 8th Assembly, 2026 Comrade Kingsley Okoirhon, described Hon. Ikpenonwen's elevation as a clear demonstration of the people’s trust in the All Progressives Congress, APC, and in his capacity for purposeful leadership in politics and community development. The lawmaker who is also the APC candidate for a third term  to represent Esan South East Constituency 2027, election. "The overwhelming support recorded across the 10 wards of Esan South East reflects the people’s desire for continuity, development, and responsive governance that will directly impact our communities," The Publisher noted that the legislature remains critical to d...

UROMI, EDO STATE– The Glory of God International Ministry, Uromi Headquarters, held its Annual Men's Day Thanksgiving Service today, Sunday, 16th August, 2026. The event had in attendance The Pentecostal Archbishop of EsanLand and President of Esan United College of Bishops, Archbishop Dr. Anthony Okosun, JP, who served as Guest of Honour and Guest Preacher. In his sermon and general pastoral prayer for the church and congregation, Archbishop Okosun called on all members to stand for a special prayer for His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State. Giving reasons for the special prayer, the Archbishop stated that by virtue of his office as Pentecostal Archbishop of EsanLand, he has a divine responsibility to seek the good of EsanLand which we have started spreading out to the Churches and politians. He described Governor Okpebholo, popularly known as "Akpakomuza" as "God-sent to build and develop EsanLand and Edo State at ...

UROMI, EDO STATE –It was a remarkable great day to the spirit of giving and community development shone bright again in Esanland as the Okosodo Foundation laid the foundation for a modern Event Center at Mopol 82 Barrack Divisional District, Ukpehele-Idisahiala community, Uromi, in Esan North-East Local Government Area, Edo State Nigeria, on the 9th of August, 2026. The landmark event brought together royalty, police officers, community leaders, and residents to witness what many described as "another testimony of the generosity of Uromi people." Representing the initiator of the project, Chief Dr. Owi Franklin Okosodo, the Omozoya of Ekpoma Kingdom was his father, Chief Okosodo Okoh, the Eni of Uromi Kingdom and Founder of the Okosodo Family Foundation.   Addressing the gathering, Chief Okosodo, the Eni of Uromi Kingdom, said he came straight from Port Harcourt, River State to perform the groundbreaking on behalf of his son, wh...