TRUEPOINTNEWS ABUJA- Several distinguished sons and daughters of Ado Local Government Area of Benue State have made the maiden induction list of the Idoma Hall of Fame, a landmark initiative established to celebrate exceptional achievements, preserve Idoma heritage and honour personalities whose contributions have shaped the history and development of the Idoma nation.
Among the notable personalities from Ado Local Government listed for the prestigious recognition are Chief Mike Okibe Onoja, Chief Edwin Ogbu, Justice James Ogenyi Ogebe, Chief John Aboh, Chief J.C. Obande, Brigadier General Ernest Kizito Attah (Rtd.), Colonel J.I. Uba and Hon. Lami Danladi Ogenyi, among others.
Their inclusion highlights the contributions of prominent Ado indigenes across public service, the judiciary, military service, politics and community development, placing the local government prominently among communities whose illustrious sons and daughters have contributed to the advancement of the Idoma nation.
The maiden Idoma Hall of Fame induction ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Peach Vine Event Centre, Wuye, Abuja, as part of activities marking the Idoma Centenary plus event.
The event is expected to bring together prominent political leaders, traditional rulers, professionals, academics, cultural icons and other distinguished personalities from across the country.
Former Senate President, Senator David Mark; Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; Senator Abba Moro; TETFund Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono; legendary musician Dr. Bongos Ikwue; music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba; and several other eminent Nigerians are among the prominent personalities associated with the maiden induction.
The ceremony will also feature a keynote address by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike on the theme, People, Politics and Power in Nigeria: The Agitation for Equity, Fairness and Justice.
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The Idoma Hall of Fame was established to document and preserve the achievements of distinguished Idoma sons and daughters, ensuring that their legacies remain accessible to present and future generations.
The initiative is also intended to inspire younger generations by celebrating excellence, leadership, innovation, professional accomplishment and service to humanity.
For Ado Local Government, the recognition of its prominent indigenes represents an opportunity to celebrate the area's rich human resources and acknowledge the contributions of its sons and daughters to the wider Idoma community and Nigeria.
The maiden induction is expected to mark a significant step in preserving the history and collective achievements of the Idoma people while celebrating individuals whose records of service have brought honour to their communities.
