Bini beads are not just any ornaments; they are a deeply significant part of the Bini people’s culture, especially in Benin City, the heartbeat of Edo State. These beads are intricately woven into the history and identity of the Bini people, serving both aesthetic and ceremonial purposes. The craft of Bini beads is an age-old … Read more
2University of Benin Teaching Hospital: In this post, Edoaffairs will be writing on UNIBEN teaching hospital with concentration on University of Benin Address, the different units, UNIBEN Nursing School etc. There are several teaching hospitals in Nigieria like: University College Hospital , Ibadan University of Abuja Teaching Hospital , Abuja University of Benin Teaching Hospital University … Read more
Benin Electricity Distribution Company — Everything you need to know about BEDC, Edo state. Nigeria’s power supply company was initially named National Electric Power Commission (NEPA) before it was changed to Power Holding Company of Nigeria(PHCN) under the government of Former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Then on 11th November,2013, under the government of Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Power Holding Company … Read more
We have introduced you to the 18 local Government areas in Edo State. We also shared Edo Postal codes and Names. Right now, we the Edoaffairs team will unleash the different tribes in Edo State. In Edo State, there are five major ethnic groups- Bini (Edo), Afemai, Esan, Owan and Akoko-Edo. However, Bini-speaking people occupy … Read more
Ishan Names and Meaning: Looking for a beautiful Ishan name to call your child? or you just want to go through a list of wonderful Esan Names and their Meaning? There are many Esan names for Males, Females and the names that can be given to both male and female children (Unisex). See a list … Read more
Have you heard of groundnut soup? Have you tasted groundnut Soup? This cuisine is very popular amongst the esan tribe and etsako people of Edo state and even the Ghanaians. This special delicacy (Groundnut Soup) is also called peanut soup. I know you are craving this soup already, this article will be showing all you … Read more
The Benin Moat was built in 1280-1295 to serve as a protection against invaders. It is notable as a cultural and historical edifice for the Benin people. The site was added to the World Heritage list on November 1, 1995. The first Benin Moat was Built by Oba Oguola in 1280-1295. Traditionally called Iya, the … Read more