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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration's commitment to fighting cultism, kidnapping, and other crimes in the State, reaffirming that the demolition of criminal hideouts will continue. Governor Okpebholo made this declaration during an interactive session with youths across the 18 local government areas of Edo State at the New Festival Hall in Government House.  He emphasized that his administration will not spare criminals and criminal elements in the state, ensuring that Edo remains safe for all. "We will fight cultism to a standstill, and if that is the only achievement for me as governor of Edo State, I will be satisfied. If you have a kidnapper as a brother or friend, ask him to leave your house, or else you will soon be homeless, as demolition of kidnappers' hideouts will continue in the state." The governor assured that his administration will pay double for every weapon returned under the amnesty programme, a...

Members of Ekole Community in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State has called on the Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and the Oba of Benin, Omo N' Oba N' Edo, Uku Akpolo Akpolo, Oba Ewuare 11 to call one Monday Igbinoba to order. They made the call during a peaceful protest to the premises of the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Benin City the Edo State   Dozens of indigenes from the community staged a peaceful protest on Tuesday across major streets of Benin City, alleging forceful takeover of their ancestral land and continued harassment by one Mr Monday Igbinoba, Aka, Small Monday Ugbiyokho, whom they accused of impersonating the position of Odionwere (community head).  Led by the Community Secretary, Mr Obaruyi Elvis, the protesters marched to the Press Centre of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, where they passionately appealed to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uk...

Rt. Hon. (Mrs) Maria Oligbi-Edeko, the former Deputy Speaker of Edo House of Assembly, has commissioned a 500 KVA transformer in Efandion community, emphasising electricity’s vital role in economic growth and community development. Speaking during the commissioning, Oligbi-Edeko , representing Esan North-east constituency 11 , stated that electricity was the backbone of progress and development   She noted that the new transformer will empower businesses, improve livelihoods, and restore hope for residents leaving along Efandion community Road after years of darkness. She assured her constituents of continued commitment, promising more infrastructure projects and development initiatives across Esan North East Constituency II to improve residents’ quality of life. “This transformer marks only the beginning. We will push forward with more projects to bring sustainable change, ensuring all wards enjoy access to essential services,” she affirmed. The atmosphere in E...

His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, extends warm felicitations to all children in Edo State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Children's Day. The Governor, in a statement, urged parents and guardians to dissuade their children from joining cult groups.  Governor Okpebholo recognizes Children's Day as a significant opportunity to celebrate the boundless potential, innocence, and vibrant spirit of our young ones, who are the true leaders of tomorrow. He reaffirms his administration's unwavering commitment to ensuring their well-being, providing them with quality education, and creating an environment where they can thrive and realize their full potential. In his message, Governor Okpebholo emphasized: "Our children are our most precious assets. Their dreams are the blueprints for a brighter future for Edo State. As an administration, we are fully dedicated to investing in their development, protecting their rights, and nurturing their talents....

It was all pump and pageantry last Saturday in Evbiakagba  Community in Ikpoba Okha local government area of Edo state as the community played host to people from all walks of life as Victor IGBINIDUN Uyigue was installed as the Okaighele of the Community. The  ceremony witnessed by hundreds of people began  at the Oguedion where the traditional rites to initiate the installation was conducted by  the Odionwere of the community head, Pa Raphael Uwaifiokun Iyioha.   Highlights of the installation ceremony witnessed remarkable excitement as community members  particularly the Youths and women sang and  danced,  basking in the euphoria of the installation of Victor IGBINIDUN Uyigue as the new Okaighele of Evbiakagba  Community. Speaking to members of the Press present at the occasion, a prominent member of the youth of the community, Mr Jeff  Erise pointed out that the community has been very peaceful adding that the...

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Edo State Council, Dr Festus Alenkhe, has called on the Edo State government to dust up the legislation that prohibits the activities of Community Development Association (CDA) and reinforce its full implementation in the state. He made the call while speaking to Journalists at the venue of the four year anniversary celebration of Pinnacle Builders in Benin City the Edo State capital, earlier today. Dr Alenkhe who was one of the recipients of an honor award by the organization, thanked Pinnacle Builders for the award and said it will spur him to do more for Edo state and the journalism profession. He called on the Edo State government to dust up the legislation that prohibits the activities of Community Development Association CDA in the state  According to him, " Some communities have started creating tension as their Youths have begun collecting money from developers. They collect money when you buy the plot...

The former Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Maria Omozele Oligbi-Edeko (PDP, Esan North East II) has voluntarily resigned her position, citing a commitment to justice, equity, fairness to all constituencies, and democratic principles. Speaking during Monday’s plenary in Benin, Oligbi-Edeko explained that her decision followed extensive consultation with her constituents and stemmed from her desire to uphold constitutional values and the public trust. “We’re at a political crossroads in Edo and Nigeria. I choose to act with honour, integrity, and responsibility. “For equity, peace, and democracy, I resigned after consulting my constituency,” she said. The lawmaker noted that, in spite of political pressure, she refused to defect from the PDP, choosing instead to abide by constitutional provisions that prohibit such moves while holding elected office. “As a law teacher and rule-of-law advocate, I cannot justify defection. My principles won’t allow...

Dr. Pogu Bitrus, the National President of the Middle-Belt Forum (MBF), in an interview with a national newspaper sheds light on the reasons behind the ongoing killings in the Middle-Belt. He also asserts that religion is being exploited to gather support for the displacement of indigenous people, making way for outsiders to take over their land. Speaking on their plans to forestal further attacks in the future,he states, “Our response will remain a secret for now. We will not disclose our plans until the results are evident.” Regarding the killings, he stresses that they are intentional. “Whether political forces are attempting to destabilize the region is irrelevant to us. Our concern is that our people are being murdered.” He also dismisses the previously promoted narrative of a “herders-farmers” conflict, saying that Nigerians now fully understand there is no such thing. Instead, organized groups terrorize the local population, killing them in their sleep, seizing their...

A pioneer General Manager of the then Bendel Broadcasting Service, Late Mr Bankole Balogun is to be presented with a posthumous award by the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists. The Award describes Late Mr Bankole Balogun as a Brodcaster who contributed to the development of the Journalism Profession through Bendel Broadcasting Service.            His commitment to the Broadcast industry remain a great record in the history of the Profession. A joint statement signed by the chairman of the Edo state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists , Comrade Festus Alenkhe and the secretary, Andy Egbon said Late Bankole Balogun dedicated his time and energy to researching and breaking news stories in the then BBS.                               His son, Barrister Oladele Bankole Balogun who is the Exec...

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