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THE METAMORPHOSIS OF POWER: WHEN OFFICE REFINES CHARACTER — SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO AND THE EXCEPTION TO THE GLOBAL TWO-FACE NORMAL

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THE METAMORPHOSIS OF POWER: WHEN OFFICE REFINES CHARACTER — SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO AND THE EXCEPTION TO THE GLOBAL TWO-FACE NORMAL OSIFO, Osa Washington, Esq. LL.B; B.L; LL.M; MPA; Ph.D (Compar ative Economics and Development Studies); Ph.D (Law _in view_) Lawyer | Political Scientist | Public Administrator | Policy Analyst Date Thursday, June 10, 2026. THE METAMORPHOSIS OF POWER: WHEN OFFICE REFINES CHARACTER — SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO AND THE EXCEPTION TO THE GLOBAL TWO-FACE NORMAL _An Essay on Governance, Trust, and the Leader Who Remains the Same_ _To the People, To the Nations, To Humanity,_ There is a pattern older than constitutions yet newer than every election. It is a pattern the world feels in its bones but few diagnose with precision. Men and women enter public office carrying the virtues their communities swore by — humility, restraint, empathy, moral clarity. They campaign on service. They speak the language of the market and the village. They walk the stree...
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OSIFO, Osa Washington, Esq.LL.B; B.L; LL.M; MPA; Ph.D

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 (Comparative Economics and Development Studies); Ph.D (Law _in view_) Lawyer | Political Scientist | Public Administrator | Policy Analyst Date Thursday, June 10, 2026. THE METAMORPHOSIS OF POWER: WHEN OFFICE REFINES CHARACTER — SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO AND THE EXCEPTION TO THE GLOBAL TWO-FACE NORMAL _An Essay on Governance, Trust, and the Leader Who Remains the Same_ _To the People, To the Nations, To Humanity,_ There is a pattern older than constitutions yet newer than every election. It is a pattern the world feels in its bones but few diagnose with precision. Men and women enter public office carrying the virtues their communities swore by — humility, restraint, empathy, moral clarity. They campaign on service. They speak the language of the market and the village. They walk the streets they promise to repair. But something happens when the office door closes behind them.  It is as if *power is not just a position, but a solvent*. Slowly, it dissolves the very...
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Ohanaeze bans Ezeigbo, Igwe titles outside igboland, launches voter mobilisation drive

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By Elvis Omoregie, Benin  The Edo State Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has prohibited the use of unauthorised traditional titles such as Ezeigbo, Ezendigbo, Igwe and other monarchical designations outside recognised traditional institutions in Igboland, describing the practice as culturally invalid and contrary to established directives Speaking at a press conference in Benin City, the State Secretary of the organisation, Emmanuel Ofoedu, said the decision followed a resolution adopted at the General Assembly of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide on April 9, 2026, and applies to Igbo communities in Edo State, across Nigeria and in the Diaspora. Ofoedu said only Ofoedu said only constitutionally and traditionally recognised authorities in Igboland have the mandate to confer such titles, stressing that the creation of parallel traditional leadership structures outside the region is unacceptable. He warned that individuals or groups involved in unauthorised coronations, insta...
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NBM Of Africa Declares Global 7-Day Fasting, Prayer Over Insecurity, Abducted Oyo Pupils

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By Elvis Omoregie  Concerned by the worsening state of insecurity across the country, the foremost Pan-African and humanitarian Organisation, NBM of Africa Worldwide, has declared a seven-day fasting and prayer programme for the safe release of more than 45 pupils and teachers reportedly abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The declaration was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Worldwide President of the movement, Dr. Charles Chimezie (Ph.D), who expressed deep concern over the increasing cases of kidnapping, violent crimes and attacks on innocent citizens in various parts of the country. According to the statement, the seven-day fasting and prayer programme will be observed by members of the organisation across the globe as a demonstration of solidarity with the affected families and communities, as well as a call for divine intervention in the affairs of the nation. It would be recalled that the victims were abducted on ...
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NBM Of Africa Declares Global 7-Day Fasting, Prayer Over Insecurity, Abducted Oyo Pupils

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By Elvis Omoregie  Concerned by the worsening state of insecurity across the country, the foremost Pan-African and humanitarian Organisation, NBM of Africa Worldwide, has declared a seven-day fasting and prayer programme for the safe release of more than 45 pupils and teachers reportedly abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The declaration was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Worldwide President of the movement, Dr. Charles Chimezie (Ph.D), who expressed deep concern over the increasing cases of kidnapping, violent crimes and attacks on innocent citizens in various parts of the country. According to the statement, the seven-day fasting and prayer programme will be observed by members of the organisation across the globe as a demonstration of solidarity with the affected families and communities, as well as a call for divine intervention in the affairs of the nation. It would be recalled that the victims were abducted on ...
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Okpebholo Under Fire As Oba Akenzua Cultural Centre Falls Into Ruin Despite Campaign Promise

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By Elvis Omoregie A socio-cultural group, Aiguobasinmwin Movement Worldwide, has accused Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, of failing to fulfil his campaign promise to revive and restore the historic Oba Akenzua Cultural Centre in Benin City, warning that the iconic monument is gradually deteriorating into what it described as "a forest in the heart of the city." The group, in a statement signed by its President, Iyamu Osaro Culture, Secretary General, Osayuki-Osa Benson, and Diaspora Coordinator, Monday Ohuimumwen, JP, expressed concern over the continued neglect of the facility, which it said remains one of the most significant cultural and historical assets in Edo State. According to the group, Oba Akenzua Cultural Centre is a national monument built during the military era and subsequently donated to the Edo State Government. The centre was named in honour of the late Oba Akenzua II and has long served as a symbol of Benin heritage and cultural ide...
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OKPEBHOLO UNDER FIRE AS OBA AKENZUA CULTURAL CENTRE FALLS INTO RUIN DESPITE CAMPAIGN PROMISE

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By Elvis Omoregie A socio-cultural group, Aiguobasinmwin Movement Worldwide, has accused Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, of failing to fulfil his campaign promise to revive and restore the historic Oba Akenzua Cultural Centre in Benin City, warning that the iconic monument is gradually deteriorating into what it described as "a forest in the heart of the city." The group, in a statement signed by its President, Iyamu Osaro Culture, Secretary General, Osayuki-Osa Benson, and Diaspora Coordinator, Monday Ohuimumwen, JP, expressed concern over the continued neglect of the facility, which it said remains one of the most significant cultural and historical assets in Edo State. According to the group, Oba Akenzua Cultural Centre is a national monument built during the military era and subsequently donated to the Edo State Government. The centre was named in honour of the late Oba Akenzua II and has long served as a symbol of Benin heritage and cultural ide...
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