CITIZENS COMPASS— The Secretary General, Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) African Continental, Hamzaosa Ode-Idahosa, JP, on Friday, felicitated with the people of Edo State for continuously promoting cultural heritage.
Ode-Idahosa felicitated with them in a statement made available to Citizens Compass.
He extended congratulations to all Edolites all over the world.
According to him: “I sincerely appreciate the leadership of Edo State and all individuals and organizations who continuously promote our social and cultural heritage and support the greatness of the Benin Kingdom in one way or another.
“I wish to specially acknowledge and thank the following organisations and their leaders for their invaluable contributions:
Edo State Diaspora Agency, under the leadership of
Dr. Lawrenta Oduware, Director General and Edo State Diaspora Agency for her outstanding and invaluable contributions.
Others are United Kingdom of Great Benin Empire (UKGBE), under the leadership of Evangelist Jessy Isibor, Organizations of Great Benin Kingdom (OGBK), under the leadership of
Engr. Isaac Igbinosun and Oseghe Edo Association, under the leadership of Mr. Ogieva Uwagbeo.”
Similarly, the Secretary General thanked the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Diaspora – EU, under the leadership of Amb. Collins Idahosa, Edos in Diaspora, under the leadership of Amb. Don Rolly and Bidon Humanitarian Entertainment Foundation (BHEF), under the leadership of Mr. Frederick Awhatorhe.
Edo State Community Union, Benin Republic, under the leadership of Mr. Hussein Momodu, Chairman.
Other individuals and bodies noted by Ode-Idahosa included Amb. Prince Davis Omoruyi
President, Edo Community Organization, United Arabs Emirates (UAE), and Convener, The United African Culture Community, United Arabs Emirates (UAE), Mr. Omobude Osaro Marvis, President/Founder, Edo Union, Moscow, Russia, Edo Community, Thessaloniki, Greece, under the leadership of Mr. Austin Omogiate, President. Central Association of Nigerians in the UK, under the leadership of
Hon. Ily Maisanda, and Oghomwen Paul Airhienbuwa, Edo Bini Association Verona.
“We are truly grateful for your relentless efforts and unwavering support in promoting Edo traditions and preserving our rich cultural heritage.
“May God and our ancestors continue to bless you all abundantly, in Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.
“We look forward to greater progress and continued goodwill in service to our Edo land.”
Ode-Idahosa doubles as Edo State Liaison Officer, Egypt and National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Diaspora Youth Ambassador.
