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Who is the current Governor of Edo State?
Monday Okpebholo
Who is the current Deputy Governor of Edo State?
Dennis Idahosa
What is the capital of Edo State?
Benin City
What is the slogan of Edo State?
Heartbeat of the Nation
Who is the current Speaker of Edo State House of Assembly?
Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku
Who is the current Chief Judge of Edo State?
Justice Daniel Okungbowa
When was Edo State created?
August 27, 1991
How many Local Government Areas (LGAs) are in Edo State?
18
Who is the current Commissioner for Finance in Edo State?
Emmanuel Okoebor
Who created Edo State?
General Ibrahim Babangida
Who represents Edo North Senatorial District?
Senator Adams Oshiomhole
Which state was Edo carved out from?
Bendel State
Which geopolitical zone is Edo State located?
South-South geopolitical zone
Who are the indigenous people of Edo State?
The Edo (Bini) people
Who is the Commissioner for Education in Edo State?
Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu
Who was the first military Governor of Edo State?
Samuel Ogbemudia (as Mid-Western State Governor 1967-1975)
Who represents Edo South Senatorial District?
Neda Imasuen
What is Edo State famously known for?
The ancient Benin Kingdom and world-famous Benin Bronzes
What is the main economic base of Edo State?
Agriculture, commerce, rubber production, and oil
What ancient kingdom existed in Edo State?
The Great Benin Kingdom (from 13th century)
What is the estimated population of Edo State?
Over 4 million people
Who is the Commissioner for Information and Communication in Edo State?
Paul Ohonbamu
Which states border Edo State?
Kogi (north), Delta (south and southeast), Anambra (east), and Ondo (west)
Who represents Edo Central Senatorial District?
Vacant (Former Senator Monday Okpebholo became Governor in November 2024)
What are the major towns in Edo State?
Benin City, Auchi, Uromi, Ekpoma, and Igarra
Who was the first civilian Governor of Edo State?
John Odigie Oyegun (1992-1993)
What is the name of the main stadium in Edo State?
Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
What major cultural treasure was looted from Benin Kingdom?
Over 3,000 Benin Bronzes (looted in 1897 British expedition)
What is the main economic activity in Edo State?
Rubber production, agriculture, palm oil, and crude oil
When did Governor Monday Okpebholo assume office?
November 12, 2024
What major river flows through Edo State?
Niger River (forms eastern boundary)
What is the name of Edo State's football club?
Bendel Insurance FC
What language do the Bini people speak?
Edo language (also called Bini)
What is unique about Benin Kingdom's artistry?
World-renowned bronze casting and ivory carving dating back centuries
Who was Samuel Ogbemudia?
Two-time Governor of Mid-Western/Bendel State (1967-1975, 1983-1984), built the Ogbe Stadium
What natural resources is Edo State rich in?
Crude oil, rubber, palm oil, and timber
What rank is Benin City among Nigerian cities?
Fourth largest city in Nigeria
What major industry is Benin City known for?
Centre of Nigeria's rubber industry
Name the 18 Local Government Areas in Edo State
Includes Oredo, Egor, Ikpoba-Okha, Ovia North-East, Ovia South-West, Esan Central, Esan West, and others
What does 'Heartbeat of the Nation' signify?
Edo State's cultural and historical significance as home of ancient Benin Kingdom
What major festival is celebrated in Edo State?
Igue Festival (annual traditional ceremony in December)
How many senators represent Edo State in the National Assembly?
Three (3)
What is the significance of the Oba's Palace?
Historic palace of the Oba of Benin representing centuries of royal heritage
When was Justice Daniel Okungbowa confirmed as Chief Judge?
July 2023
What tourist attraction is Edo State known for?
Benin City National Museum, historic city walls, and Oba's Palace
Which political party does Governor Okpebholo belong to?
All Progressives Congress (APC)
What ethnic groups are in northern Edo State?
Esan, Owan, Afemai (Etsako), and Akoko-Edo people
What are Benin Bronzes?
Over 3,000 brass plaques, sculptures, and artifacts created from 16th century by Benin Kingdom artisans
Where are most Benin Bronzes currently located?
Dispersed to museums worldwide after 1897 British looting, with ongoing repatriation efforts
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