In an period the place political and social divides typically hinder collective progress, one man’s dedication to foster unity amongst his folks is taking middle stage. Earl Osaro Onaiwu, fondly referred to as “the King of Networking” in Nigeria, and the founding Director-General of the PDP Governors’ Forum, is as soon as once more deploying his huge affect and organizational expertise. But this time, it’s neither for politics nor for social acclaim—it’s for the love of his roots.
For the primary time in over sixty years, the Bini persons are set to converge below one banner of unity, progress, and shared prosperity. Osaro Onaiwu is convening the Benin Unity Summit 2025, a historic gathering designed to deliver collectively little kids of the traditional Bini Kingdom from all walks of life, no matter political leanings or private affiliations. The summit will happen in Benin City on Friday, September 26, 2025.
A Dream Long within the Making
Osaro Onaiwu’s want to unify the Bini folks just isn’t new. In 1998, ( as a storyteller I used to be current) he organized a landmark Bini Summit on the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, the place the revered Ishekure of Benin Kingdom, Chief Nosa Ishekure, delivered the keynote tackle. Two nice Bini sons, Comrade Orobosa Omo Ojo a media guru and Prince Eghatise Eradiawa had been additionally instrumental to placing the Lagos Summit collectively.
That initiative set the tone for his lifelong mission: to make use of his vast community and affect to uplift, empower, and highlight Bini heritage and expertise.
Over the years, Onaiwu has persistently deployed his connections throughout political, enterprise, and cultural circles to help fellow Bini little kids. He has hosted and promoted outstanding figures from the dominion, opening doorways and creating platforms for his or her development.
The 2025 Benin Unity Summit
The forthcoming gathering, organized below the aegis of the Benin Summit Group, is already producing pleasure throughout Nigeria and the diaspora. Reports point out that Bini little kids from Europe, America, and different elements of Africa have began arriving in Benin City in anticipation of the occasion.
The summit is not going to solely have fun the cultural heritage of the Bini Kingdom however may even chart a roadmap for its future—discussing alternatives for growth, youth empowerment, {economic} enlargement, and the strengthening of cultural establishments. Importantly, it is going to emphasize unity and progress “without rancor or bitterness,” in Onaiwu’s phrases.
A Legacy of Unity and Progress
Speaking forward of the summit, Osaro Onaiwu expressed his deep ardour for the trigger:
> “It has always been my dream for the Bini people to stand strong and united. Our heritage is rich, our potential is boundless, and together we can build a stronger and more prosperous kingdom.”
As the date attracts close to, expectations are excessive that the Benin Summit 2025 will mark a turning level within the fashionable historical past of the dominion. Much greater than a convention, it’s a name to unity, an invite to heal divisions, and a rallying cry for a brighter, collective future.
