About Us
Get to know about the history, culture and language of the Great Benin Kingdom.
A Brief History About Edo
The Edo people of South Western Nigeria are divided into a number of sub-Units. The people of Benin occupied the heart land of the territorial patrimony of the Edo race and they constitute the people of Benin Kingdom. The principal town of the Edos is Benin City and it is the ethnic rally point of the Edo race from Benin City each of the ethnic sub-Unit drawn spiritual substance and derives her sense of racial identification. Benin is called Edo by its inhabitation. The Edo constitute the people of Benin Kingdom whose land is terminous with the present Oredo, Ovia, Uhunmwonde and Orhionmwon Local Government Area, a satisfactory explanation why this sub-unit came to be known by the name Edo is desirable as it will throw more light on those parts of our history which still remain obscure. The edos (Binis) do not call themselves by the genetic name of the race Edo and in some contexts Ivbie Edo. The origin of the current name Edo is fully documented by chief Egharevba (1954) as follows:
“Edo was a slave to the Ogiefa He saved Eware from a sudden death When he was about to be arrested by the chiefs. In order to immoralise the name of his defied friend, Edo, for the good service he rendered him (Eware) changed the name of the city from Igodomigodo to Edo according to his friend’s name.
Edo Language Explained
Edo, spoken in southern Nigeria, is the legacy of the powerful Benin Kingdom. This language holds stories of legendary monarchs, valiant battles, and deep-rooted cultural richness. With its melodic sounds, Edo opens the door to the rich traditions, legends and magnificent history of this ancient kingdom. Those who immerse themselves in this language encounter a unique cultural heritage.
Interesting Facts You Should Know
- Approx. 4 million speakers
- Widespread mainly in Nigeria
- Is the official language of the Edo people
- Often used in oral storytelling, rituals and ceremonies
Our Journey So Far.
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I'm so excited with the knowledge and understanding I have gotten from your teachings. I thought I've known every aspect of my mother tongue until I started following your lessons on Edo language . Thanks and God bless you richly in Jesus name.
One of the things that stood out the most about my Edo teacher was her personalized approach to teaching. She took the time to understand each student's learning style and catered her lessons accordingly. Whether it was through interactive games, group discussions, or one-on-one sessions, she always found a way to make the learning process engaging and fun.
I want to start by saying thank you to Ederharo Amadin-Okoro for making learning Edo language easy especially for me , as an Edo indigene, it has always been difficult because I grew up in a background where English was the main means of communication.
Meet The Founder
Get to know the brain behind this amazing learning adventure.
My name is Ederharo Amadin-Okoro. I am a proud advocate of Mother Tongue Education and Competence.
I obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and Edo Language from the University of Benin, Nigeria in 2015.
Drawing upon my academic background and passion for education I founded Let’s Learn Edo, a platform dedicated to providing comprehensive Edo Language Education to learners globally. I am an experienced Edo Language Instructor with over 8 years of teaching Edo Language. I have a proven track record of enabling learners to master this intricate and beautiful language.
I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication to my role. With a deep appreciation for the nuances of both language and culture, I am committed to fostering effective language acquisition of mother tongue.
Teaching Experience: I am a passionate advocate for mother tongue Language Education.
Cultural Competence: My deep understanding of Edo culture and customs allows me to seamlessly integrate cultural insights into language instruction, providing a holistic learning experience.
Customized Curriculum: I have developed tailored curricular that focus on real-world language applications, enabling students to learn and communicate based on their level of competence.
Adaptive Teaching: I leverage innovative teaching strategies and technology to adapt to evolving educational needs, ensuring engaging and effective learning
My skills are Language Proficiency, Cultural Understanding, Patience and Empathy, Communication, Adaptability, Teaching, Translation and Interpretation.
I speak Edo, English and French languages fluently. My teaching philosophy revolves around the belief that Edo people should place more value on speaking the language and inculcating it in their children to preserve our Language from extinction. I am dedicated to nurturing the language skills of my students, helping them unlock the rich tapestry of Edo culture, history, and tradition.
I am eager to continue my journey as an Edo language educator, contributing to the Edo diaspora’s understanding of this vital language and fostering value for our mother through education.
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