Sunday 30 December 2012

Oba of Benin honours Giwa-Osagie, Sam Loco, others

 by: The Oba of Benin, Oba Erediauwa yesterday honoured some Benin indigenes for their outstanding performance in their various fields.
Prof. Osato Giwa-Osagie of the College of Medicine, University of Lagos was commended for his outstanding performance in the health sector especially in the area of obstetric and gynaecology. Prof. Osayuki Oshodin, Vice- Chancellor, University of Benin was honoured for his academic excellence.
Chief Osayuki Obaseki, the Ohe of Benin kingdom honoured as sports administrator of the year, Sam Loco Efe was given post-humous award for his outstanding performance in the entertainment sector.
Soni Irabor was also honoured as a media icon, while Chief Joseph Alufa Igbinovia was honoured for his great master piece sculptor works the IDIA MASK- FESTAC 77.
The Oba of Benin said the reason for the award is to encourage son and daughters of Benin origin to do well in their various fields.
 TheNation

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