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State of Nigeria
Edo is a state in Nigeria located in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria. As of 2024[update], the state was ranked as the 20th most populous state
Edo_State
Nigerian ethnic group
district which comprises seven local government areas of Edo State. The Edo people speak the Edo language and are the descendants of the founders of the
Edo_people
Edoid language spoken in Nigeria
Edo (Ẹ̀dó [ɛ̀.dó]; English: /ˈɛdoʊ/, locally: /ˈedo/), also known as Bini, is the language spoken by the Edo people in Edo State, Nigeria. It was the primary
Edo_language
Trafficking in Edo State is alarming[failed verification (See discussion.)] in this region of Nigeria. Located in Nigeria's Southern region, Edo State accounts
Human trafficking in Edo State
Human_trafficking_in_Edo_State
This is a list of hospitals in Edo State in Nigeria grouped by nature of ownership and sorted by hospital name. Federal Neuro-Psychiatric, Benin City
List of hospitals in Edo State
List_of_hospitals_in_Edo_State
Executive, legislative and judicial branches of Edo State, Nigeria
The government of Edo State serves as the governing authority for Edo State, one of the 36 states within the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It comprises
Government_of_Edo_State
Legislative arm of Edo State, Nigeria
The Edo State House of Assembly is the unicameral legislature of the Nigerian state of Edo. Chapter V, Part II of the Constitution of Nigeria, adopted
Edo_State_House_of_Assembly
Polytechnic in Usen, Edo State, Nigeria
Edo State Polytechnic Usen is a higher institution of learning located in Usen community of Ovia South West local government area of Edo State, Nigeria
Edo_State_Polytechnic
Edo State, situated in Nigeria's southern region, has had various leaders since Nigeria gained independence in 1960, both military and civilian. After
List of governors of Edo State
List_of_governors_of_Edo_State
This is a list of villages and settlements in Edo State, Nigeria, organized by local government area (LGA) and district/area (with postal codes also given)
List_of_villages_in_Edo_State
LGA in Edo State, Nigeria
Akoko-Edo is a local government area in Edo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Igarra. It has an area of 1,371 km2 and a population of 262,110 at the
Akoko_Edo
2025 massacre in Uromi, Nigeria
The Edo State Massacre refers to a violent incident that occurred on 28 March 2025 in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Esan South East Local Government
Edo_State_Massacre
Capital city of Edo State, Nigeria
Benin City (pronunciation) is the capital and largest city of Edo State, southern Nigeria. It is the fourth-largest city in Nigeria according to the 2006
Benin_City
Place in Edo State, Nigeria
southern Nigeria. Located in the Edo State of Nigeria, and part of the Etsako West Local Government Area of the Edo State, Auchi serves as the Local Government
Auchi
Former city in Musashi, Japan
Edo (江戸; lit. 'bay-entrance'; English: /ˈɛd.oʊ/; Japanese: [è̞.dó̞]), also romanized as Jedo, Yedo or Yeddo, is the former name of Tokyo. Under the Tokugawa
Edo
West African kingdom (1180–1897)
century until 1975. The Kingdom of Benin's capital was Edo, now known as Benin City in Edo State, Nigeria. The Benin Kingdom was one of the oldest and
Kingdom_of_Benin
Local Government Area in Nigeria
Ezza North Ezza South Ikwo Ishielu Ivo Izzi Ohaozara Ohaukwu Onicha Akoko-Edo Egor Esan Central Esan North-East Esan South-East Esan West Etsako Central
Local government areas of Nigeria
Local_government_areas_of_Nigeria
Senatorial district in Nigeria
Edo Central senatorial district in Edo State covers five local governments areas which include Esan South-East, Igueben, Esan North East, Esan West and
Edo Central senatorial district
Edo_Central_senatorial_district
State Duma (Dumawa) Bauchi State Ebana (Ebani) Rivers State Ebira Edo State, Kogi State, Ondo State Ebu Edo State, Kogi State Efik Cross River State Egede
List of ethnic groups in Nigeria
List_of_ethnic_groups_in_Nigeria
Senatorial district in Nigeria
The Edo South senatorial district in Edo State covers seven local governments which include Oredo, Ovia South West, Egor, Ovia North East, Orhionmwon,
Edo_South_senatorial_district
Second highest-ranking official in the executive branch of Edo State in Nigeria
governor of Edo State is the second-highest officer in the executive branch of the government of Edo State, Nigeria, after the governor of Edo State, and ranks
Deputy_governor_of_Edo_State
Edo traditional food consists of dishes or food items common among the people of Edo State. The State is home to various ethnic groups including the Binis
Edo_traditional_food
Topics referred to by the same term
Empire Edo period, in Japanese history Edo River, a river in Japan Edo State, a state in Nigeria Edo (Wolaita), town in Wolayita Zone of Ethiopia Edo, the
Edo_(disambiguation)
Nigerian grammar school
Mohammed Way, Benin City, Edo state in the federal Republic of Nigeria. With the Government take-over of schools in the state in 1973, the management of
Edo_College
University in Edo State, Nigeria
Edo University, Iyamho (abbreviated EDI) is a state government-owned tertiary institution founded in 2016. Formerly known as Edo State University, Uzairue
Edo_University,_Iyamho
State in Nigeria
Bendel State, on 27 August 1991. It is bordered on the north by Edo State, the east by Anambra and Rivers states, and the south by Bayelsa State while
Delta_State
Nigerian politician
8th Edo State House of Assembly. Osawaru's mother, Philomena, is the daughter of Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, the Esama of the Kingdom of Benin in Edo State
Natasha_Osawaru
Nigerian Politician
Kaycee Osamwonyi is a Nigerian politician serving as a member of the Edo State House of Assembly, representing Uhunmwonde Constituency. He was elected
Kaycee_Osamwonyi
Nigerian confratenity
around one million members. Its headquarters are in Amagba, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. The NBM's motto is "Social Justice and Equality/Equity for all
Neo_Black_Movement_of_Africa
Nigerian politician (born 1970)
politician who has been the governor of Edo State since 12 November 2024. He was the senator representing Edo Central senatorial district from 2023 to
Monday_Okpebholo
Nigerian singer-songwriter and record executive
professionally as EdoMan formerly Gmoney Imadiyi, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and record executive. EdoMan was born in Benin City, Edo State. He graduated
EdoMan
Town in Edo State, Nigeria
Edo State. It has been in existence since the 13th century. The inhabitants are predominantly Muslim. It is the door way into the North of the State.
Agbede,_Edo_State
Senatorial district in Nigeria
Edo North senatorial district in Edo State comprises six local government areas which consist of Etsako West, Etsako East, Etsako Central, Owan West, Owan
Edo_North_senatorial_district
2024 gubernatorial election in Edo State, Nigeria
The 2024 Edo State gubernatorial election took place on Saturday, 21 September 2024, to elect the governor of Edo State. The incumbent PDP governor, Godwin
2024 Edo State gubernatorial election
2024_Edo_State_gubernatorial_election
Nigerian politician (born 1952)
president of the Nigeria Labour Congress from 1999 to 2007 and as governor of Edo State from 2008 to 2016. As APC national chairman, he was suspended from office
Adams_Oshiomhole
Town in Edo State, Nigeria
the Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. Situated in the southern part of the state, it serves as the administrative headquarters
Okada,_Nigeria
Expressway in Nigeria
Cross River State. The highway will pass through Ogun State, Ondo State, Edo State, Delta State, Bayelsa State, Rivers State, and Akwa Ibom State, before
Lagos-Calabar_Coastal_Highway
Nigerian comedian and Musician (born 1978)
Executive Director to Edo State Governor on Entertainment and the PMAN (Performing Musician Employers Association of Nigeria) chairman Edo State Chapter. Maleke
Maleke
election in Edo State was held on March 28, 2015, to elect members of the Nigerian Senate to represent Edo State. Francis Alimikhena representing Edo North
2015 Nigerian Senate elections in Edo State
2015_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Edo_State
State of Nigeria
northeast for 45 km, Edo State to the east, Delta State to the southeast for 36 km, Ogun State to the southwest for 179 km, Osun State to the northwest for
Ondo_State
Nigerian pastor (born 1963)
Oyakhilome was born on 7 December 1963, to Tim and Angelina Oyakhilome in Edo State, Nigeria. He is the third of seven children. Several of his siblings,
Chris_Oyakhilome
Nigerian politician (born 1980)
August 1980) is a Nigerian politician who has served as deputy governor of Edo State since 12 November 2024. He previously served as a member of the House
Dennis_Idahosa
Nigerian comedian
Agbonjor Jonathan, known as MC Edo Pikin, is a Nigerian comedian. He hails from Ihievbe community of Edo State. In 2021, MC Edo Pikin won The Humour Awards
MC_Edo_Pikin
Nigerian educationalist
Nigerian educationist who was the Edo State Commissioner of Education. She was appointed by the Executive Governor of the State Godwin Obaseki to replace Barrister
Joan_Osa_Oviawe
Nigerian politician and engineer
Constituency of Edo State in the 10th Nigeria National Assembly of the House of Representatives of Nigeria. Iyawe was born in 1983 in Benin City, Edo State. He completed
Esosa_Iyawe
Speaker of the 8th Edo State House of Assembly
the eighth Edo State House of Assembly. He is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) representing Owan West Constituency, in the Edo North Senatorial
Blessing_Agbebaku
Government agency in Edo State, Nigeria
The Edo State Public Procurement Agency (EDPPA) is a government agency in Edo State, Nigeria, that is responsible for regulating and overseeing the public
Edo State Public Procurement Agency
Edo_State_Public_Procurement_Agency
Nigerian politician
started his education at Emotan nursery and primary schools in Benin City, Edo State. He then enrolled in the Unity School, Federal Government College Warri
Omoregie_Ogbeide-Ihama
Nigerian politician
Constituency at the Edo State House of Assembly. Andrew Edobor Uzamere was born on 22 September 1962 and hails from Benin City, Edo State. He began his early
Andrew_Edobor_Uzamere
2007 Nigerian Senate election in Edo State
election in Edo State was held on April 21, 2007, to elect members of the Nigerian Senate to represent Edo State. Odion Ugbesia representing Edo Central,
2007 Nigerian Senate elections in Edo State
2007_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Edo_State
Historic moat in Nigeria
the Wall of Benin, is a large earthwork within Benin City in Nigeria's Edo state, which formerly encircled the city at the time of the Benin Empire. It
Benin_Moat
Nigerian politician
as the representative for the Esan North-East II Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly. She was elected into the House of Assembly at the 2023
Maria_Edeko
Nigerian politician (born 1957)
(born 13 May 1957) is a Nigerian politician who served as the governor of Edo State from 1999 to 2007. Igbinedion was born on 13 May 1957. He is the eldest
Lucky_Igbinedion
Decentralized social movement against police brutality in Nigeria (2020)
correctional center in Edo state to free jailed inmates as part of the End SARS movement demands. Jos, the capital of Plateau State saw youths in their number
End_SARS
Nigerian politician and farmer
Secretary to the Edo State Government. He was the gubernatorial candidate of the Edo state People's Democratic Party for the 2016 Edo State gubernatorial
Osagie_Ize-Iyamu
Nigerian politician (born 1951)
politician who served as the governor of Edo State from 2007 to 2008. He served as the senator representing the Edo Central senatorial district from the start
Oserheimen_Osunbor
Airport
(IATA: BNI, ICAO: DNBE) is an airport serving Benin City, the capital of Edo State in Nigeria. The runway is in the middle of the city. Benin City Airport
Benin_Airport
Ethnic group in Nigeria
people are an ethnic group native to Nigeria, primarily residing in the Edo Central Senatorial District, a plateau region approximately 136 metres (446 ft)
Esan_people
Town in Edo State, Nigeria
Area of Edo State. Uzairue, which shares boundary with Okpella, includes several villages and it is home to Edo State University, one of the state government
Uzairue
Nigerian business magnate (1958–2021)
education at Government Primary school in Benin City, old Bendel State, now Edo State. He proceeded to Federal Government College, Warri, in 1971, where
Hosa_Wells_Okunbo
Warri Government Secondary School, Afikpo Auntie Maria School, Benin City Edo College, Benin City Federal Government Girls College, Benin Lumen Christi
List_of_schools_in_Nigeria
in Edo State was held on February 20, 1999, to elect members of the assembly's upper chamber to represent Edo State. Victor Oyofo representing Edo North
1999 Nigerian Senate elections in Edo State
1999_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Edo_State
2012 gubernatorial election in Edo State, Nigeria
The 2012 Edo State gubernatorial election was held on 14 July 2012. The ACN nominee Adams Oshiomhole won for a second term, defeating Charles Airhiavbere
2012 Edo State gubernatorial election
2012_Edo_State_gubernatorial_election
Nigerian politician
serving as the Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly. He represents Orhionmwon East Constituency in Edo State, Nigeria. He is a member of the All
Osamwonyi_Evbaguehita_Atu
Private broadcast network in Nigeria
POWER TO DISTRAIN FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAX: INDEPENDENT TELEVISION/RADIO V. EDO STATE BOARD OF INTERNAL REVENUE IN PERSPECTIVE". Ajayi Crowther University Law
Independent Television and Radio
Independent_Television_and_Radio
21 Edo State 19,559 22 Gombe State 18,768 23 Delta State 17,698 24 Ogun State 16,762 25 Ondo State 15,500 26 Rivers State 11,077 27 Bayelsa State 10,773
List of Nigerian states by area
List_of_Nigerian_states_by_area
Place in Edo State, Nigeria
Ososo is a town situated in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, in Edo State, Nigeria. With an average altitude of 1236 feet above sea level, it has a very
Ososo
ethnic group in Edo state, Nigeria. It is one of the major towns in the present day Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State. Ibore and Irrua
Ibore
Nigerian politician (born 1986)
Nigerian engineer and politician who served as the deputy governor of Edo State from April to November 2024. He was appointed deputy governor following
Omobayo_Godwins
Place in Edo State, Nigeria
Edo State, Nigeria. Uzebba, along with its neighbouring towns and villages, Avboisi, Okpuje, Ukhuse-Osi, Ukhuse-Oke in Owan, Etsakor, and Akoko Edo,
Uzebba
Nigerian singer-songwriter and rapper (born 2000)
into a Christian family in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. He is from Igbanke in Orhionmwon LGA of Edo state. He discovered his passion for music during
Rema_(musician)
College in Edo State, Nigeria
Educatiaon, Ekiadolor, is a government owned College of Education located in Edo State, Southern part of Nigeria. The Institution was established in 1980 under
Federal College of Education Technical, Ekiadolor
Federal_College_of_Education_Technical,_Ekiadolor
Former deputy governor of Edo State
Imasuen is a Nigerian politician who served as the deputy governor of Edo State from 2007 to 2008 under the governorship of Oserheimen Osunbor. Prior
Lucky_Imasuen
Government-owned broadcasting corporation
The Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS) is a state-owned broadcasting organization located in Aduwawa, Edo State, Nigeria. It was established as the Nigeria
Edo_Broadcasting_Service
Nigerian politician (born 1969)
Nigerian accountant and politician who served as the deputy governor of Edo State from 2016 until his impeachment in 2024. He was reinstated by the Federal
Philip_Shaibu
Nigerian lawyer
from Okaigben, Ewohimi, Esan South East LGA, Edo State, Nigeria. He was a candidate in the 2024 Edo State gubernatorial election. He is a founding partner
Asue_Ighodalo
River in Nigeria
Ikpoba River is a waterway in southern Nigeria, traversing Edo State and providing resources for the inhabitants of Benin City and nearby areas. Rising
Ikpoba_River
Omo n'Oba n'Edo Uku Akpolokpolo
the thirty-eighth Oba of Benin, traditional ruler of the Edo people in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Formerly known as Prince Solomon Akenzua, Oba Erediauwa's
Erediauwa
2023 Senate elections in Edo
Senate elections in Edo State will be held on 25 February 2023, to elect the 3 federal Senators from Edo State, one from each of the state's three senatorial
2023 Nigerian Senate elections in Edo State
2023_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Edo_State
Nigerian politician
Assembly representing Esan Central/Esan West/Igueben Federal Constituency, Edo State. Marcus was born into the family of Mr and Mrs Isaac Iregbeyen Onobun
Marcus_Onobun
Private university in Edo State, Nigeria
Igbinedion University (IUO) is a private university in Okada, Edo State, Nigeria. It was founded on 10 May 1999 by Gabriel Igbinedion. It is reputed as
Igbinedion_University
Nigerian politician
representing Oredo West Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly. He was elected in the 2023 Edo State House of Assembly election on the platform
Richard_Edosa
Nigerian economist and banker
Erekpitan, Oluwakemi and Aigbovbioise. He hails from Sabongida-Ora, Edo State in Southern Nigeria. He lived with his family in Lagos but went to Federal
Aigboje_Aig-Imoukhuede
Market in Edo State, Nigeria
Market (also referred to as Edo: Eki-Oba) is an open-air market situated at Ring Road in the center of Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Its roots date back
Oba_Market
The 2016 Edo State gubernatorial election was held on 28 September 2016 to elect the governor of Edo State. The election was originally scheduled for
2016 Edo State gubernatorial election
2016_Edo_State_gubernatorial_election
First Lady of Edo State (1999–2007)
August 1959) is the former First Lady of Edo State and wife of Lucky Igbinedion, the Former Governor of Edo State. Igbinedion founded Idia Renaissance, a
Eki_Igbinedion
36 states that each elect a governor to serve as chief executive of the state government. The sole federal district, the Federal Capital Territory, is
List of current state governors in Nigeria
List_of_current_state_governors_in_Nigeria
Nigerian football club
team's history. In August 2008, the ownership crisis was settled and the Edo State government took control. Thus the name officially reverted to Bendel Insurance
Bendel_Insurance_F.C.
2003 gubernatorial election in Edo State, Nigeria
The 2003 Edo State gubernatorial election was held on 19 April 2003. Incumbent governor Lucky Igbinedion of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) won re-election
2003 Edo State gubernatorial election
2003_Edo_State_gubernatorial_election
Oba of Benin (2016–present)
throne, Ewuare II worked closely with Godwin Obaseki, a former governor of Edo State. Like many of his predecessors, he started his rule by demanding that
Ewuare_II
Chief Judge of Edo State
of Edo State. The Edo State House of Assembly confirmed his appointment on 12 July 2023. In 2001, he was appointed a High Court Judge in Edo State. Prior
Daniel_Okungbowa
local government areas. Ebonyi state is made up of 6 federal constituencies which covers 13 local government areas. Edo state is made up of 9 federal constituencies
List of Nigerian federal constituencies
List_of_Nigerian_federal_constituencies
Nigerian jurist and Former Chief Judge of Edo State
Esther Edigin is a Nigerian jurist who served as the Chief Judge of Edo State from 22 November 2019 to 17 May 2021. She was succeeded by Joe Acha as Acting
Esther_Edigin
Nigerian bandit (c. 1960–1987)
Anini Born Lawrence Anini 1960 Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria Died (1987-03-29)29 March 1987 Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria Cause of death Execution by firing
Lawrence_Anini
Nigerian musical genre
Edo funk is a musical style from Benin City, Edo State, created in the early 1970s. The Edo Funk music genre is a cosmopolitan popular dance music with
Edo_Funk
Indoor arena in Benin City, Nigeria
capacity. Edo Arena is an indoor entertainment hub of Edo State that was planned by the current Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki to mark Edo State's 33rd
Edo_Arena
Nigerian pentecostal preacher (1938–1998)
Idahosa was the founder of Benson Idahosa University (BIU) in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. His only son, Bishop F.E.B. Idahosa, is now the president of
Benson_Idahosa
1992 Nigerian Senate election in Edo State
election in Edo State was held on July 4, 1992, to elect members of the Nigerian Senate to represent Edo State. John Oriaifo representing Edo South-East
1992 Nigerian Senate elections in Edo State
1992_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Edo_State
Nigerian politician (born 1957)
is a Nigerian politician and businessman who served as the governor of Edo State from 2016 to 2024. Obaseki was elected governor under the platform of
Godwin_Obaseki
Population by State and Sex. population.gov.ng Demographic Statistics Bulletin 2020 As of November 2025[update], Lagos, the state's largest city, has
List of Nigerian states by population
List_of_Nigerian_states_by_population
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