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...70 cases of child defilement  recorded in Edo- Abdallah By Chris Akhabue, Edo The Edo State Government has defended its restriction on motorcycle operations in the Benin metropolis, saying the measure was introduced primarily to address growing security concerns and protect residents. The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Kassim Afegbua, stated this on Thursday while briefing journalists in Benin City. Afegbua explained that intelligence and security reports received by the government had raised concerns over the use of motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, in criminal activities, including kidnapping and robbery. According to him, some criminal elements allegedly use motorcycles to pick up unsuspecting passengers before taking them to isolated locations, where they dispossess them of their valuables. “We are not pretending about it. The reason why this was done was purely for security reasons. The kind of reports we receive daily has become a security conc...

The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu on Tuesday joined colleagues and associates of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) to celebrate the School of Dentistry 50th anniversary. Speaking at the event held at the University of Benin Main Auditorium tagged: " Scientific Conference/Alumni Reunion & FICD Awardee," the CMD described the UNIBEN school of dentistry as a centre of academic excellence. Prof. Ize-Iyamu emphasized that UBTH remains committed to deepening its collaboration with the school of dentistry in achieving academic excellence in training and research. Prof. Adebola Ehizele, Deputy Chairman Medical Advisory Committee (DCMAC) Research and Ethics UBTH accompanied the CMD to the School of Dentistry 50th anniversary celebration. The highlight of the event was the presentation of the Award of Excellence to Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu by the School of Dentistry, UNIBEN, and BUDENSAA for her exceptional c...

_...Girlfriends of Party Chieftains May likely Dominate List..._ Edo people under the aegis of HSD Movement Arising from a meeting of coordinators accross the state, has rejected the poported plan by the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo to appoint about 4,800 Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs). The movement also known as Ofurumapepe Movement, is describing the planed action as a wasteful expansion of government and a possible diversion of taxpayers’ money to political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections. The coordinator of the group, Comrade Emmanuel Ogbidi, who expressed strong opposition on behalf of th people said the reported appointments and proposed figure was excessive and difficult to justify at a time when governments are being encouraged to reduce the cost of governance and redirect public funds towards infrastructure, employment, youth empowerment and other critical sectors. Comrade Ogbidi alleged that the appointments w...

Ikpea Media Team Network  The Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial districts at the national Assembly, Senator Joseph Ikpea, yesterday  convened a town hall meeting, bringing together critical stakeholders, political leaders and traditional rulers  as he presented his  record of stewardship. During the engagement, stakeholders from across  the district  called for stronger unity, sustained grassroots engagement and greater understanding of the constitutional roles of elected representatives.   The meeting, held under the theme, “Deepening Legislative Accountability, Development Dialogue, and Inclusive Participation,”  provided an opportunity for constituents to engage directly with Senator Ikpea on his legislative activities, constituency projects, budget implementation, the responsibilities and limitations of lawmakers, the political future of Edo Central and the dangers of drug abuse. Delivering the opening address and the goo...

Senator Joseph Ikpea will on Tuesday convene a broad-based stakeholders’ town hall in Edo Central, a move aimed at deepening legislative accountability, promoting civic participation and aligning development priorities with the needs of the people. The forum, scheduled for August 11 at the Uromi Town Hall, will bring together political leaders, traditional rulers, professionals, youth and women groups, business operators and community representatives in a rare convergence designed to foster direct dialogue between elected officials and constituents. Central to the engagement is the growing demand for transparency and measurable development outcomes, with discussions expected to clarify the constitutional duties of legislators, the realities of budgeting and constituency projects, and the future political direction of Edo Central. Contributions from experienced former lawmakers and public policy experts will provide insight into governance processes, while the participation ...

Ikpea Media Team Network  The Senator representing Edo Central senatorial district at the National Assembly, Senator Joseph  Ikpea, has reaffirmed his unalloyed commitment to a selfless service and the fair and equitable distribution  of democratic dividends to  his constituency as his sole mission at the national Assemble. He made the remarks recently in his  Country Home in Ewatto kingdom while playing host to a large crowd of  supporters who came to pledge their allegiance and support. While addressing the gathering he  said some people are asking what has  senator Ikpea done as a senator? According to him, "It is a question I have heard from some  people, and I welcome it because leadership should always be accountable to the people. " In just nine months of representing Edo Central in the Senate, even though   the budget was made and passed long before I was  elected as the senator representing the district,...