Nigerian Governor Apologises to Insulted Widow

Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has apologized and donated N2 million to a widow he allegedly insulted while on an inspection of the state.
  • Nigeria:   The Edo Widow Controversy

    Vanguard, 5 December 2013

    THE Edo widow controversy is a poignant illustration of the power of the media in a democracy. The Governor of Edo State, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, had gone out on a routine… Read more »

  • Nigeria:   Why I Snubbed PDP Cash Offer - Edo Widow

    Daily Trust, 5 December 2013

    The widow who was recently rebuked by Governor Adams Oshiomhole for blocking the road with her goods, Mrs Joy Ifijeh, says she snubbed the offer of N250,000 by the Peoples… Read more »

  • Nigeria:   Why I Snubbed PDP Offer, By Edo Widow

    Vanguard, 4 December 2013

    Mrs Joy Ifijeh, the widow who was rebuked by Governor Adams Oshiomhole for blocking the road with her goods, says she snubbed the offer of N250,000 by the Peoples Democratic Party… Read more »

  • Nigeria:   Oshiomhole Employs Edo Widow, Gives Her N2 Million

    This Day, 3 December 2013

    Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State yesterday continued on the path of penitence when he offered employment to the widow, Mrs Joy Ifije, whom he upbraided last week, after her… Read more »

Oshiomhole shares a cup of tea with Mrs Joy Ifije

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