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Ikpoba Hill Youth Forum Chairman Pledges Safer Community, Investment-Friendly Environment

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By Chris Akhabue, Benin City The newly inaugurated Chairman of the Ikpoba Hill Youths Forum, Comrade Kingsley Osemwingie, has pledged to strengthen collaboration with security agencies, government institutions and other stakeholders to make Ikpoba Hill, in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State, a safer and more investment-friendly community. Osemwingie made the commitment shortly after he was inaugurated for a second term as chairman of the youth organisation, having emerged unopposed in the election. Speaking at the inauguration, Osemwingie expressed appreciation to members of the forum for renewing their confidence in his leadership, saying the decision to return him to office was a responsibility he could not reject. He said although he had initially looked forward to handing over leadership to another member after the expiration of his first tenure, the absence of another candidate and the persistent calls from members compelled him to a...
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2027: Dickson Revives Loyalty in Politics, Insist Chief Tony Anenih is Alive Politically, Otherwise - TDM

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_...loyalty is a scarce commodity in our polity today..._  As Nigeria gradually approaches the 2027 general elections, the nation’s political landscape is witnessing renewed conversations around the values that should define political leadership, including loyalty, trust, sincerity of purpose, mentorship and commitment to national development. One of the political figures whose legacy continues to resonate in this regard is the late Chief Tony Anenih, a prominent Edo-born politician who played significant roles in Nigeria’s political development and was instrumental in the formation and growth of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Anenih, who served in several important political capacities, including as Chairman of the PDP Board of Trustees, was widely regarded as one of the most influential politicians produced by Edo State. Beyond occupying political offices, however, his greatest legacy was arguably his ability to identify, mentor and empower people who subsequentl...
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Regular Pay, Regular Promotions: Governor Okpebholo Restores Dignity to Edo Workers and Pensioners

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By Festus Alenkhe There is no greater sign that a government is working than when the people who keep it running can plan their lives with certainty. Since November 2024, Governor Monday Okpebholo has given Edo state workers and pensioners that certainty. Salaries and pensions now land every 25th of the month. Like clockwork. And promotions for civil servants are no longer a story of "waiting for next year." It is  now very regular as preparation for 2027 promotion is ongoing. . This is not small. This is governance. * What This Means for Edo Families * For too long, "salary delay" was part of our vocabulary. Workers borrowed to survive. Pensioners who served the state for 35 years were left to beg. That uncertainty broke homes and killed morale. Today, the story has changed.    * Predictability *: When you know your pay will come on the 25th, you can pay school fees, rent, and hospital bills without fear. * Motivation *: Regular promotion is re...
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CONGRATULATIONS TO HON. IMAFIDON AUGUSTINE ON HIS INAUGURATION

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On behalf of the Ikpoba Hill Youths Forum, I, Comrade Kingsley Osemwingie, warmly congratulate the Executive Chairman of Uhumwonde Local Government Council, Hon. Imafidon Augustine, on his inauguration into office. Your assumption of office signals the beginning of a new chapter in the development of Uhumwonde Local Government and presents another opportunity to translate the aspirations and expectations of the people into tangible achievements. The people of Uhumwonde have demonstrated their confidence in your leadership by entrusting you with this important mandate. I am confident that your experience, capacity, commitment and understanding of grassroots governance will enable you to provide purposeful and responsive leadership while advancing the welfare and development of the people. I urge you to approach this responsibility with humility, transparency, accountability and an unreserved commitment to service. Your administration should remain focused on addr...
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CONGRATULATIONS TO HON. SINO OSAWARU ON HIS INAUGURATION

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On behalf of the Ikpoba Hill Youths Forum, I, Comrade Kingsley Osemwingie, heartily congratulate the Executive Chairman of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Council, Hon. Sino Osawaru, on his inauguration into office as the Chairman of the council. Your inauguration marks the beginning of a new chapter in the development journey of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government. It is also a renewed opportunity to strengthen the confidence and expectations of the people through purposeful, responsive and people-oriented leadership. The people of Ikpoba-Okha have entrusted you with a significant mandate, reflecting their confidence in your capacity, experience, commitment and ability to deliver meaningful dividends of democracy at the grassroots. I therefore urge you to regard this mandate not merely as an opportunity to lead, but as a solemn responsibility to improve the welfare of the people and accelerate the development of the local government. As you assume office, I encourage you to align yo...
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Fair Hearing Controversy: Petition Challenges Woman’s Guilty Plea, Seeks CJ’s Intervention

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Questions have been raised over the arraignment, conviction and sentencing of Mrs. Meye Okuntu at the Iguobazuwa Magistrate Court, Edo State, following a petition alleging that she was denied access to legal representation and did not understand the language in which the charge was read to her. The petition, dated September 2, 2026, was written to the Chief Judge of Edo State by Comrade Vincent Abulimen, a relation of the woman, in respect of Charge No. MIGU/90C/2026. According to the petitioner, Okuntu was arraigned on September 1, 2026, pleaded guilty and was subsequently convicted and sentenced to two months’ imprisonment without an option of fine. The petition alleged that no lawyer was present for Okuntu when she was arraigned, despite an alleged request for legal representation. It further alleged that the defendant did not understand English and that the charge and proceedings were not interpreted to her in Ijaw, the language she was said to understand. The petitione...
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR INAUGURATION TODAY

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On behalf of my family and members of staff of Transoris Construction Nigeria Limited,  I, Mr Oris Akhere Okpebholo, heartily congratulate the Executive Chairman of Esan North East Local Government Area, Honourable Saturday Iyioha, on his inauguration into office today, as the executive Chairman of Esan North East local government Council. This inauguration marks the beginning of a new chapter in the development journey of Esan North East, and I am confident that your emergence will further strengthen the hopes and aspirations of our people for purposeful and responsive leadership at the grassroots. The people of Esan North East have implicit confidence in your capacity, experience, commitment and ability to deliver the desired dividends of democracy. I therefore urge you to see this mandate not merely as an opportunity to serve, but as a solemn responsibility to improve the lives of the people and advance the development of the local government. As you assume office, I...
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