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Edo Senator preaches peace, unity on Democracy Day

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THE Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District, Joseph Ikpea has called for peace, unity and patriotism as Nigeria marks 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule. Ikpea in a statement made available to journalists in Benin City also called for support and collaboration with the federal government and other state governments in their efforts to check insecurity in the country. Besides, the senator particularly called on the people of Edo Central to take security as their own and compliment what the government is doing. He celebrated late Chief MKO Abiola the winner of the June 12 1993 presidential election which was annulled that led to his incarceration and death in detention. On the coming 2027 general elections, Senator Ikpea said there was need to consolidate on the pro-people interventions of Governor   Monday Okpebholo who was the senator representing the district before he became the governor of the State. He said "Today is a day that we cannot joke ...

Cyberstalking case against Ex-Edo NBA Chairman adjourned for settlement

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BENIN CITY - A Federal High Court sitting in Benin and presided over by Justice B. O. Quadri has adjourned until June 29, 2026, for a report of settlement in a cyberstalking case instituted against Barr. Ede Asenoguan, a former Chairman of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch. The suit with No. FHC/C/117/2025, was adjourned following an oral application made by E. O. Afolabi, counsel to the nominal complainant, Omoruyi Oloton, Chief Executive Officer of Uyi Technical Ltd. The application was supported by Douglas Ogbankua Esq. and E. E. Oisamoje Esq. When the case came up on Thursday, Afolabi informed the court that the defendant, Barr. Asenoguan, had approached his client, Uyi Oloton, for an out-of-court settlement. According to Afolabi, consequent upon the move for settlement, Oloton requested that the defendant formally put the proposal for an amicable resolution in writing. He further assured the court that he would facilitate a meeting between Asenoguan and O...

Senator Ikpea hails Gov. Okpebholo for closing schools aftermath of security threat

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….. Calls on constituents to be security conscious, report strange activities to authorities   The senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District of Edo State in the upper chamber of the National Assembly, Senator Joseph Ikpea, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for the proactive steps he took by closing down some secondary schools in the state following a red alert raised by the Department of State Security (DSS) on the plan by some bandits to attack some schools in the state.   Senator Ikpea said that by closing some of the schools prone to the threat as warned by the DSS, Governor Okpebholo had shown uncommon leadership and full grasp of the elementary principle of governance which places a premium over the wellbeing of the people.   The senator, in a statement he endorsed in Benin, Edo State capital, and made available to journalists, said that with the situation of security in the nation, it was just ideal that the governor did not treat the se...

APC forces Hinder Vibrant NDC Tickets In Edo

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A Socio- Cultural group in Edo Central Senatorial district under the umbrella of Concerned Esan Central leaders, has alleged that there was a coordinated plot by external political forces and internal party actors to frustrate the emergence of a prominent aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the House of Representatives seat in Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben Federal Constituency, Mr. Emmanuel Ogbidi. Addressing journalists today, the Spokesperson for the group, Charles Omorawo, claimed that intelligence at their disposal suggests that influential figures within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have identified Ogbidi as a strong contender capable of mounting a serious electoral challenge in the constituency. He alleged that this assessment has triggered moves to ensure that a less competitive candidate secures the NDC ticket ahead of the elections instead of Emmanuel Ogbidi. According to him, "Individuals linked to the administration of ...

Incumbent Powers, Influence NDC Reps' Candidacy In Edo

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A Socio- Cultural group in Edo Central Senatorial district under the umbrella of Concerned Esan Central leaders, has alleged that there was a coordinated plot by external political forces and internal party actors to frustrate the emergence of a prominent aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the House of Representatives seat in Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben Federal Constituency, Mr. Emmanuel Ogbidi. Addressing journalists today, the Spokesperson for the group, Charles Omorawo, claimed that intelligence at their disposal suggests that influential figures within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have identified Ogbidi as a strong contender capable of mounting a serious electoral challenge in the constituency. He alleged that this assessment has triggered moves to ensure that a less competitive candidate secures the NDC ticket ahead of the elections instead of Emmanuel Ogbidi. According to him, "Individuals linked to the administration of ...

Edo Reps Race: Group Raises Alarm Over Moves to Block Ogbidi's Emergence in Edo NDC Race

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From Chris Akhabue, Edo  A Socio- Cultural group in Edo Central Senatorial district under the umbrella of Concerned Esan Central leaders, has alleged that there was a coordinated plot by external political forces and internal party actors to frustrate the emergence of a prominent aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the House of Representatives seat in Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben Federal Constituency, Mr. Emmanuel Ogbidi. Addressing journalists today, the Spokesperson for the group, Charles Omorawo, claimed that intelligence at their disposal suggests that influential figures within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have identified Ogbidi as a strong contender capable of mounting a serious electoral challenge in the constituency. He alleged that this assessment has triggered moves to ensure that a less competitive candidate secures the NDC ticket ahead of the elections instead of Emmanuel Ogbidi. According to him, "Individuals linked ...

World Environment Day 2026: Edo Waste Board Calls for Collective Action on Clean Environment

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By Chris Akhabue, Edo As the world marks World Environment Day 2026, the Managing Director of the Edo State Waste Management Board (EWMB), Dr. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi, has called on residents of the state to take greater responsibility in safeguarding the environment. In a statement issued on Friday, Dr. Enehita-Inegbenehi urged citizens to reflect on their individual and collective roles in promoting environmental sustainability. “A cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Edo can only be achieved through our collective actions,” he said. “From proper waste disposal to reducing waste generation and embracing recycling, every positive action counts.” Highlighting the significance of this year’s theme, he noted that the condition of the environment is closely tied to the future well-being of society. “Our land and our future are interconnected. The choices we make today will determine the quality of life for generations to come,” he added. The EWMB boss reaffirm...