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The Managing Director of the Edo State Waste Management Board (EWMB), Amb. Dr. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi, participated as a panelist at a stakeholders' engagement organised by the Edo State Tourism Agency, where he spoke on the theme "Community-Based Tourism Development, Preservation and Climate Change."  During the discussion, the Managing Director highlighted the strong connection between environmental sustainability and tourism, noting that community-based tourism thrives on clean environments, rich cultural heritage, and well-preserved natural resources. He stressed that climate change, biodiversity loss, and poor waste management pose significant threats to these valuable assets, making environmental stewardship a shared responsibility.  Amb. Dr. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi also outlined the Board's ongoing efforts to promote environmental sustainability across Edo State through continuous public sensitisation, market-to-market advocacy, and the e...

A socio-political group in Edo South, Ogbakha-Edo, has affirmed its anger with the incendiary, provocative, inciting and disrespectful remarks made by former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, in a video that has since gone viral on social media.  In the video, he called on the Ijaw people to make Edo State their next battleground to "liberate" Ijaws whom he alleged are suffering in the state. Ordinarily, the Ogbakha-Edo would have dismissed these comments as consistent with Mr. Dokubo's well-known penchant for grandstanding, arrogance and sensationalism. However, we consider it necessary to respond because of the potential of such statements to mislead the public, distort historical facts and undermine peaceful coexistence among the peoples of Edo State. In a statement by the Chairman, Prof. Sam Guobadia and the Secretary-General, Dr. Andrew Izekor, the Ogbakha-Edo said that "despite his attempt to create a false narrative regarding the status of...

Ikpea Media Team Network  Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea remains a symbol of dedicated leadership, unalloyed commitment, and purposeful representation for the people of Edo Central Senatorial District. Through  service, he has demonstrated a deep understanding of the aspirations of the people and a steadfast resolve to advance the collective interests of the district. As the journey of progress continues, the people of Edo Central are once again presented with the opportunity to reaffirm their confidence in a leader whose experience, accessibility, and commitment to grassroots development have distinguished his public service. His vision for a more prosperous, united, and progressive Edo Central remains focused on empowering communities, strengthening representation, and delivering sustainable development. Our Senator, our pride, and our future, Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea represents continuity, experience, and hope. Together, let us continue the journey towards gre...

Residents of Iyanomon Community in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State have staged a peaceful protest, calling on the government to urgently intervene in a protracted communal crisis that has displaced many families and devastated livelihoods. The protesters, comprising mainly women and affected residents, appealed to authorities to facilitate dialogue between the warring parties and broker a lasting resolution to the conflict, which has persisted despite ongoing traditional and legal efforts. Speaking on behalf of the demonstrators, Mrs. Aiwekhoe Omon lamented the continued suffering of residents, noting that although no fatalities were recorded in the most recent outbreak of violence, the community remains gripped by fear due to recurring gunfire and explosions. “We want peace. Let the government bring the two parties together and resolve this issue once and for all. We are the ones bearing the brunt of this crisis,” she said. Mrs. Omon added that the dispute, ...

Ikpea Media Team Network  The Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics, Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to providing purposeful and people-oriented representation for the constituents of Edo Central. Senator Ikpea made the declaration on Friday while addressing thousands of enthusiastic supporters at the All Progressives Congress (APC) Edo Central Senatorial District Mega Rally, an event that witnessed an impressive turnout of party faithful, stakeholders and prominent political leaders from across the district and the state. Some of the distinguished personalities present at the event included the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo; the Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Senator Adams Oshiomhole; the APC State Chairman, Emperor Jarrett Tenebe; the APC Deputy State Chairman, Hon. Sylvester Aigboboh; the APC Edo North Senatorial Lea...

The Chief Executive Officer of Uyi Technical Ltd, Elder Francis Omoruyi Oloton, has accepted an apology from a former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, Ede Asenoguan, leading to the striking out of a criminal case instituted against him. At the resumed hearing of Suit No. FHC/B/121C/2025, the Police Prosecutor, P. O. Odion, informed the court that the defendant had written a letter of apology to the nominal complainant, Oloton which was accepted.  Consequently, the prosecutor applied to discontinue the case. Counsel to the nominal complainant, E. O. Afolabi, SAN, alongside Douglas Ogbankua Esq. and H. E. Edobor, as well as counsel to the defendant, F. I. Eseghile, supported by I. E. Iguodala and Adesuwa Ediae, raised no objection to the application for the discontinuance of the matter. The prosecutor recalled that at the previous adjourned sitting, both parties had indicated their willingness to explore an out-of-court settlement and sought a...