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UROMI, EDO STATE – It was a remarkable day in Uromi Town on Saturday, 2nd August, 2026, as  Godwin Ugheghele opened the doors of his new home in Ebhoyi Community, to family, friends, political associates, and well-wishers. The house warming ceremony was attended by high dignitaries, community leaders, and party faithful who gathered to celebrate the philanthropist for his consistent support to leaders, youths, women, and traders across Esanland. The event was graced with joy, traditional hospitality, music, prayers, and goodwill. Members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and residents of Ebhoyi Community turned out in grand style to honor the celebrant. APPRECIATION MESSAGE  In his remarks, Chief Ugheghele expressed deep gratitude to all who honoured him. “I sincerely thank our fathers, mothers, elders, leaders, political associates, members of APC, youths, women, and well-wishers who hon...

On behalf of myself, Hon. Osi Matthew Ojeabulu, Acting Chairman, Esan North-East Local Government Council, and the good people of Esan North-East, I heartily congratulate our revered leader, Chief Godwin Ugheghele, on the successful house warming of his new home in Ebhoyi Community, Uromi, held on Saturday, 2nd August, 2026 This remarkable achievement is a clear testament to your hard work, dedication, God’s grace, and commitment to service and community development. We pray that Almighty God blesses this home. May it be a place of peace, joy, good health, long life, and continuous prosperity for you and your household. Once again, congratulations sir.  We celebrate with you and your family. Signed: Hon. Osi Matthew Ojeabulu  Acting Chairman, Esan North-East Local Government Council

UROMI, EDO STATE – Bishop Dr. Anthony Okosun, a renowned clergyman and advocate for Christian participation in politics, has commended His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, for his proactive engagement with Edo sons and daughters in the diaspora, particularly in the United Kingdom. In an exclusive chat with Esanland Update Magazine Bishop Okosun described the Governor’s London visit as a welcome development and a clear demonstration of good governance and transparency.   According to him, the partnership  strategic will also attract investments from Edo experts abroad that will boost the economy of Edo State and beyond. “Bishop Okosun stated that the Governor’s London visit is credible it will encourage Edo people abroad to engage the Governor’s agenda on security, agriculture, healthcare, job creation, infrastructure development, and  experience in-service economic transformation,” he said. ...

On behalf of myself, Hon. Amb. Prince Saturday Iyoha, Chairman-Elect of Esan North-East Local Government Council, and my family, I heartily join the good people of Esan North-East LGA and political associates to celebrate with Chief Godwin Ugheghele on the grand house warming ceremony of his new home in Uromi, Edo State. This milestone is a testament to your hard work, God’s grace, and unwavering commitment to community development. We pray that Almighty God grants you and your household sound health, long life, peace, and prosperity in your new home. Once again, congratulations sir. Signed:  Hon. Amb. Prince Saturday Iyoha   Chairman-Elect, Esan North-East Local Government Council

UROMI, EDO STATE – The political landscape of Esan North-East Local Government Area witnessed a major shift as renowned business mogul and philanthropist, Prince Godwin Agbonkhese, popularly known as Alhaji Dollars with his followers across the various wards in Esan North East, Uromi and Uzea officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), recently. in Ward 11, Uromi, was marked by joyous celebration and was described by party leaders as a significant boost to the APC ahead of future elections. Receiving him at the ward reception, Rt. Hon. Maria Omonzele Edeko, member representing Esan North-East Constituency II in the Edo State House of Assembly, described Alhaji Dollars as a phenomenal entrepreneur whose love for the people is unmatched. She noted that his philanthropic efforts have transformed many lives and that his entry into the APC will strengthen and restore the party’s capacity to deliver the 2.5 million votes promised to *Presid...

LAGOS – The survival of Nigerian businesses is under serious threat due to the absence of structured succession plans, leadership expert Prof. Ezekiel Isidahomen has warned. Speaking with journalists in Lagos, the Managing Director of Cutting-Edge Africa Leadership and Management Training said only about 30 per cent of indigenous companies survive beyond the third generation, with many collapsing after the death or incapacitation of their founders. According to him, the failure to establish clear leadership transition frameworks often leads to power struggles among family members, directors and management teams — battles that weaken or destroy otherwise thriving enterprises. “Our objective is to prepare business owners and corporate leaders for a successful transfer of power and ownership without creating bad blood,” Isidahomen said.   “When founders pass on without a succession plan, conflicts arise. In many cases, the business suffers or collapses entirely.” ...