Benin City Set to Dazzle: Edo Carnival 2025 Promises a Week of Culture, Colour, and Celebration!

The stage is set for Edo Carnival 2025, a spectacular week-long celebration that will light up Benin City from December 21 to 27, showcasing the rich heritage, music, and artistry of the Edo people in a grand display of culture and creativity.

This maiden edition, themed “our culture our pride”,promises to transform the ancient city into Nigeria’s cultural capital, drawing visitors, tourists, and performers from across the country and beyond for seven unforgettable days of entertainment, unity, and pride.

The carnival unfolds in multiple phases: pre-launch activities running from October 1 to November 30, designed to build excitement through media campaigns, influencer engagement, and citywide promotions; followed by the launch phase (December 1–20), featuring band activations, challenges, and community events; and finally, the carnival week (December 21–27), when Benin City bursts into life with parades, concerts, and cultural showcases.

Highlights of the 2025 carnival include the Grand Opening Ceremony on December 21, Cultural Band Competition and Night Concert on December 22, Trade Fair and Comedy Show on December 23, Pageant Night on December 24, Christmas Family Fiesta on December 25, the Grand Band Parade on December 26, and the Awards and Closing Concert on December 27, presided over by His Excellency.

A stellar lineup of carnival bands including Eniware, Osigo, Queen Idia, Ohanmian, Enhenugha, Governor’s Band, Royal Band, and Black Rio will bring Edo’s history and spirit to life through colorful costumes, choreography, and storytelling inspired by royal traditions. Top Nigerian artists will also grace the stage, blending Afrobeat with traditional Edo rhythms in a unique celebration of creativity and identity.

To ensure global visibility, Edo Carnival 2025 has partnered with leading media platforms such as Trace TV, Soundcity, and Africa Magic, amplifying the festival’s reach to both national and international audiences.

Speaking on the upcoming celebration, Mr. Daniel Eromosele, CEO of Peak Rendezvous Entertainment Global Ltd, the official organizers of the Edo Carnival, stated:

“Edo Carnival is more than an event, it’s a celebration of who we are as a people. This year, we’re blending history with innovation to create a cultural experience that will not only entertain but inspire pride and connection among Edo sons and daughters, and indeed, all lovers of African culture.”

Echoing this sentiment, the chairman of the carnival committee and the honorable commissioner for finance Edo state, Hon Emmanuel Okoebor described the carnival as a bridge between culture and development:

“Through this carnival, Edo State is showcasing its rich cultural heritage while promoting tourism, creativity, and youth empowerment. It’s a statement that Edo is open for culture, business, and global collaboration.”

Beyond the festivities, Edo Carnival 2025 stands as a platform for cultural preservation, economic empowerment, and artistic innovation. From traditional crafts and fashion to music, dance, and cuisine, the carnival reaffirms Edo’s place as a beacon of African culture.

As Benin City prepares to welcome guests from all walks of life, one thing is certain: Edo Carnival 2025 will be an unforgettable experience, where tradition meets glamour and culture takes center stage.

For Media Enquiries, Please Contact:

For Media Enquiries, Please Contact:

Peak Rendezvous Entertainment Global Ltd

Official Organizers, Edo Carnival 2025

Email [email protected]

Phone: 08063165196

Website: www.edocarnival.com

Prophet Kingsley Aitafo Warns of Deadly Global Protests, Calls for Urgent Prayers

Lagos, Nigeria – November 2, 2025

Renowned Nigerian cleric and founder of Oneness in Christ Ministry, Prophet Kingsley Aitafo, has issued a solemn prophetic warning about a series of deadly protests and violent uprisings he says are set to erupt in various countries around the world, including Nigeria.

In a message originally shared on the ministry’s official social media page in July 2025, Prophet Aitafo cautioned that the planned protests would initially appear as citizens’ uprisings against poor governance but would be hijacked by powerful sponsors and dark interests, leading to widespread unrest and destruction.

> “Let’s pray for some deadly protests that are still coming in various countries of the world,” the prophet warned.
“It will be like people are tired of the government and want to revolt or fight the government. Let’s pray it should not start, because it is sponsored and will be hijacked.”

The message has resurfaced online following renewed tension and protest movements in parts of Africa — including Tanzania — as well as Europe and the Middle East, drawing fresh attention to what many describe as a timely and accurate prophetic caution.

Prophet Aitafo urged Christians worldwide to intercede for divine mercy, warning that without prayer, the protests could lead to “serious havoc, bloodshed, and chaos” across nations.

“This is not a message of fear, but a call to prayer,” he emphasized.

The prophetic post, captioned “Vision!!!”, also contained calls for prayer for global peace and protection over prominent spiritual and entertainment figures in Nigeria, which many followers interpreted as part of a broader spiritual warning about the turbulent times facing nations.

Known for his messages of revival, unity, and divine preservation, Prophet Kingsley Aitafo reaffirmed that prayer remains the ultimate weapon against the wave of political and social turmoil threatening the world.

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray…” he reminded, quoting 2 Chronicles 7:14.

-Says FG’s Decision Will End Dumping of Fake Products, Scarcity in Nigeria

A broad coalition of civil-society organisations under the umbrella of the Coalition of Civil Rights Activists has showered unreserved praise on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving a 15% import duty on refined petroleum products, describing the policy as “a watershed decision in the annals of Nigeria’s history” that will finally put an end to the dumping of sub-standard fuels and the perennial scarcity that has plagued the nation for decades.

Speaking at a press conference, the Convener, Mr Agabi Emmanuel, told journalists that the tariff is not a revenue-grab but a “strategic lever” to shield Nigeria’s budding domestic refineries from predatory under-pricing by foreign importers.

“This 15% duty will stop the flood of fake, adulterated products that have destroyed engines, polluted our air and endangered lives,” Emmanuel declared.

“It will also guarantee steady supply because local refineries—Dangote, Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna—will now run at full throttle without fear of being undercut by smuggled or below-cost imports.”

Reading from a 23-point communiqué titled “Full Text of Speech by the Coalition of Civil Rights Activists to Laud Mr President on the 15% Petroleum Import Tax”, the coalition insisted that short-term price adjustments at the pump are a small price to pay for long-term energy sovereignty.

Emmanuel dismissed critics who label the policy “pro-monopoly,” stressing that regulatory safeguards already exist to prevent any single player from dominating the market.

“This is about structural transformation, not favoritism,” he said.

The coalition urged the National Assembly to fast-track social compensation packages, including targeted tax relief and cash transfers to cushion vulnerable households.

It also called on the Presidency to publish a transparent implementation timetable and revenue-allocation framework within 14 days.

In a direct appeal to opposition parties, Emmanuel said: “Join hands with Mr President to bury the subsidy ghost forever.

“History will judge those who choose partisan point-scoring over national rebirth.”

International partners were not left out.

The group invited the World Bank, AfDB and technical agencies to provide concessional loans and training to maximise the policy’s upside.

The Convener hailed President Tinubu as “a seer, a unifier, a master strategist and a compassionate leader who truly cares for his people.” He closed with a rallying cry: “Nigerians, remain patient, remain vigilant, remain engaged. From dependence to dignity—that is the promise of this 15% tariff.”