The 2024 Edo Language Day Worldwide program, with the theme of the Renaissance of Edo Indigenous Languages, was successfully organized in Canada on August 10, 2024. The event took place at the University of Toronto, Canada. The First Black Female Member of Parliament in Canada, Hon. Jean Augustine gave a presentation on her visit to Benin City decays ago when she was still a member of the parliament. Canadian Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP), David Smith, gave awards to the Committee Members of Edo Language Day Worldwide program in Toronto and appreciating their efforts and commitment towards the development of arts and culture in Canada.
Some prominent Edo personalities present at the event includes: Pa Eghianruwa Ọmọruyi, Lady Aghabiomon Ogbeiwi, and Dr. Harris Enabulele and Dr. Alphonsus Obayuwana, Nosakhare Alex Ihama, Mr. Aghahowa Tunde Obazee among others. The Crown Prince of Onicha Olona (Delta State), Ephraim Odiakaosa Nwabuokei, came from Washington DC, United States, to reaffirm his ancestral relationship with the Benin Kingdom. The Global Coordinator of Edo Language Day Worldwide, Nekpen Obasogie introduced the Diary of Edo Language Day Worldwide book to the audience and asserts that the Diary of Ẹdo Language Day stands as a testament to the persistent commitment of the Ẹdo people to preserve, promote and celebrate their linguistic heritage. Other activities include storytelling, Edo poetry, Edo cultural fashion parade, cultural performances, and more! The event was hosted simultaneously in six locations worldwide, namely Toronto, Auchi, Ososo, Okpella, and Ekpoma.
