The former Attorney General of Edo State and Managing Partner of Samson-Ima Osagie and Associates, Dr. Samson Osagie, has expressed profound grief over the passing of Late Madam Charity Okpebholo, mother of the Coordinator, Office of the First Lady of Edo State, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani.
In his condolence message, Dr. Osagie described the late matriarch as a pillar of virtue, faith and selfless love whose life was a blessing to all who knew her.
He noted that the loss of a mother is profound, for she is the root from which the family draws strength.
“Madam please accept my sincere condolences on the demise of your beloved mother. May her soul rest in peace. Amen” He said
Dr Osagie prayed that God grants the family fortitude to bear the irreparable loss, and that the legacies of love, discipline and godliness left by Late Madam Charity will continue to shine through her children and grandchildren.
Chief Daniel Osi Orbih, a scion of the Legendary Chief MCK Orbih political dynasty from Ogbonna, in the heartland of the Afemai nation, Edo State, was a n undeniable titan in Nigerian politics, whose strategic brilliance and unwavering leadership shaped the political landscape of Edo State and the South-South geopolitical zone for over two decades.
Fondly nicknamed, the Kulukulu 1 of Africa, he was reputed for his courageous but calm disposition, tactical mastery, and capacity to build formidable coalitions. Orbih, indeed bestrode the political Nigerian political landscape like the colossus he is.
His death on August 31, 2026, at a middle age of 64, marked the end of an era and the fall of one of the biggest trees in the political forest of Edo State.He was a great Leader
The Benin Consultative Forum (BCF), a socio-cultural organisation founded for the advancement of the Benin people and Nigeria, has marked the one-year remembrance of its late Pioneer President, Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase, CFR.
In a statement issued today, to commemorate one year of his demise, the Forum described the late Dr. Arase as a visionary leader whose wisdom and foresight laid the foundation for the socio-cultural organisation.
Describing him as a trailblazer who united many, celebrated the Benin heritage and dedicated his life to building a just and egalitarian society, the Benin Consultative Forum describes him as a visionary leader whose wisdom laid a foundation of the organization.
They said his dedication to justice, cultural preservation, unity, and service to humanity has continued to inspire members of the Forum and the Benin nation at large.
“We remember him as a trailblazer who united many, celebrated our heritage, and dedicated his life to building a just and egalitarian society,” it stated.
“The Benin people, Nigeria, and humanity at large will continue to cherish Dr. Arase’s exemplary life, uncommon dedication, selfless service, and compassionate leadership,” the statement further read.
BCF further noted that although the late Dr. Arase is no longer alive, his enduring legacy, treasured values, and unceasing struggles for humanity and service continue to guide its path forward.
The late Dr Solomon Arase was the pioneer President to the Forum while Dr Samson Osagie, who now serves as the Acting President, was the Vice President of the Forum
He will be remembered as a trailblazer who celebrated Edo heritage using his position as NCP to create a safer society for all to thrive particularly in Edo State.
The Forum has prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul, extending their loving thoughts and solidarity to his family,and expressed optimism that although he is no longer with them physically, his enduring legacy, treasured values and unceasing struggles to humanity and advance service will continue to guide the Forum’s pathway forward.
