Father of suspect involved in ‘fake’ agency scandal Prince Adeniyi reportedly arrested
Police operatives have reportedly arrested the father of Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, the central figure in the alleged fake Presidential Fiscal and Infrastructure Projects Council (PFIPC) scandal, during a raid on…
Understanding Governor Okpebholo’s Stance on the Symbols of A Proud Civilisation
When Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo declared that the returned Benin Bronzes belong to the Oba of Benin’s Palace and should never be politicised, he did far more than…
Edo Govt demolishes illegal stalls, eave extensions under high tension in Egor market
The Edo Government on Tuesday demolished illegal structures, eave extensions and caravans built under a 132kV high-tension power line in Egor Market, Benin, following a sudden fire outbreak on the…
Why Gov Okpebholo, APC Are Set for a Sweeping Victory in Edo’s Local Government Elections
As Edo State prepares for the July 11, 2026 local government elections, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) enters the contest with confidence, a statewide campaign structure, and a message…
Edo Security Squad orders businesses to install CCTV
Edo State Security Squad has directed business owners across the state to install Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras at their premises to strengthen efforts to tackle crime. Addressing journalists in Benin…
Ebonyi govt sustains ban on primary, secondary schools’ graduation ceremonies
Abakaliki: The Ebonyi state government has Issued an order prohibiting both public, private primary and secondary schools in the State from organising or conducting any form of graduation, valedictory or…
Expert decries rising hypertension, diabetes cases among young Nigerians
Abuja: Dr Marvelous Idemudia, a medical doctor at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Clinic, has expressed concern over the growing number of young Nigerians being diagnosed with hypertension…
Senate Urges Tinubu to Sever Ties with South Africa Over Xenophobic Attacks
The Senate on Tuesday called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sever diplomatic relations with South Africa over the persistent xenophobic attacks and killings of Nigerians and other foreign nationals…
Police detain officers over alleged assault on civilian, launch investigation
Abakaliki: The Police Command in Ebonyi has identified and detained police officers allegedly involved in an altercation and assault with a civilian in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state.…
NYSC, Wema Bank equip outgoing corps members with employability skills
Benin City: The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has partnered with Wema Bank to equip outgoing 2025 Batch B Stream I corps members in Edo with employ-ability, entrepreneurship and personal…