He Comes as the Game Changer to Propel Edo Forward (2) By Davidson Momoh What I have discovered is most of all the game changers I came across over time are personal players. But there is only one, that is people centred. Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu is that people centred game changer, I admire and have come to respect. This is because he exhibits the the distinguishing characteristics that game changers of his calibre possess and that is passion! The work, game changers do, is a real expression of who Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu represents. It comes from the inside. He gets enormous amounts of meaning and purpose from his work, and feel very strongly that he is creating something of great value. This explains why when the Edo state government went to sleep over its obligations to citizens in terms of creating necessary awareness about the now devastating Corona Virus or Covid17, providing hand sanitizers and face masks as well as economic stimulus to cushion the effects of the lock...

Coronavirus: Obaseki tasks landlords, BEDC, others on magnanimity during outbreak The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has urged landlords, the management of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC), employers of labour, among others to be magnanimous and show interest in the plight of the people, noting that such gestures and sacrifices were necessary to cope with the disruptions caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The governor, in his Easter address, appealed to all citizens of the state to, in the spirit of the risen Christ, join government to look out for, and take care of the most vulnerable and weakest persons in their communities. Obaseki noted that just as Christ sacrificed for the world, Christians must reflect on the lessons of Easter and make sacrifices to “preserve our communities and save the lives of our fellow citizens.” He said, “Things are tough and difficult for all of us, however, there are those among us who are still better off...

21 million CHINESE DIED OF CORONAVIRUS – US INTELLIGENCE OFFICIALS INTERCEPT DATA Written by James Alami A NEW DATA INTERCEPTED BY THE UNITED STATES REVEALS THAT 21 MILLION PEOPLE DIED IN CHINA FROM DECEMBER 2019 TO MARCH 2020, US INTELLIGENCE OFFICIALS CONCLUDE IN A CLASSIFIED REPORT FOR THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION. The Intelligence report stated that at least 20.9 million of the deaths were linked to coronavirus. According to the US, the intercepted data that shows that China underreported its coronavirus infections and deaths was validated for a second time when it tallied with a data released by Beijing authorities. Beijing announced on March 19 that over 21 million cell phone accounts in China were canceled in the past three months while 840,000 landlines were closed. China had reported little over 81,000 infections with 3,300 deaths. An earlier intelligence report released by the US that China hid scale of the outbreak was quickly rejected by Foreign Ministry spokes...

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu: The ‘local’ Politician By John Mayaki Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has had a long history with Edo State, but with that comes various, if not conflicting, ideas of him. To some he is that illustrious son of the soil devoted to the welfare of fellow Edo people; to others, he is a politician rooted in one place. For the reason of the latter, some persons have termed him ‘local politician’. But is he? For a start, to consistently be in the political scene of a state, called upon by different administrations to bring his expertise to public use, is an indicator of substance and value. And the refusal to serve one’s state, put mildly, is the real ultimate betrayal. So, what makes one who, by the virtue of his resourcefulness, is frequently called upon to serve, and he answers, often, while perhaps giving up on some other ambitions, a local politician? They gap in this thinking, if not mischief, is evident. And becoming a popular, or frequently mentioned idea in t...

Buhari urges Nigerians to stay at home, says lockdown measures are essential President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday said lockdown measures are “essential” to defeat the coronavirus pandemic in Nigeria and urged citizens to “observe restrictions on movement where they are in place” during the Easter holiday. Buhari made the comments in a statement released by Presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu. The President also said the lockdown will last as long “as our scientific advisers declare they are necessary. “For those who suffer most egregiously during the lockdown, Buhari said the government was ready to help assist with grains and distribution of small cash payments. “No elected government could ask more of the citizens of the country that elected them than today we ask of you, the President said. “But we must ask you – once more – to observe restrictions on movement where they are in place, and follow the instructions of our scientists and medical advisers: stay home, wash y...

Easter: Obaseki harps on good neighbourliness, tasks Christians to mark festivities at home  …lauds Buhari on pardon for Professor Alli, I Enahoro   The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has urged Christian faithful to show good neighbourliness to one another, tasking them to mark the Easter festivities at home. In an Easter address, the governor said this year’s celebration would be marked in ‘unusual circumstances,’ as Christians would celebrate one of the most important events in the Christian calendar, at home, because of the restrictions, which have been imposed to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). According to him, “My dear good people of Edo State, I bring you warm greetings on this occasion of Easter, when we as Christians celebrate the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Easter signifies the essence of our Christian faith because our Lord Jesus Christ made the supreme sacrifice for us and hence gave us hope for eternal life.”...

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu Condoles With Family of Pius Ezomo Late Mr. Pius Ezomo The frontline aspirant of the All Progressives Congress in Edo state, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has condoled with the family of Mr. Pius Ezomo and other members of Owan West Local Government over his death. Until his demise, Mr. Pius Ezomo served as the chairman of APC Ward 1 [Ozalla], Owan West Local Government, Edo state. In a statement published by the Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu Campaign Organization, the late Pius Ezomo was described as a patriot and loyal party man who passionately mobilized members of his community in the interest of the party and the development of his ward. The statement read: “Pastor Osagie-Ize Iyamu mourns the sad departure of Mr. Pius Ezomo and extends his condolences to his family and the people of Owan West Local Government. He has asked that he be briefed on the burial arrangements and prays that his soul rests in perfect peace.”