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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...

‎ Ikpea Media Team Network  Most times, what one reads and hears from some aspirants campaigning for elective positions do not go beyond social media improbable mental impressions. Most often, they are expressed in graphics and high sounding semantics,  just merely working in the realm of illusion, and  social media platforms are a fertile ground for the flourishing of such fantasy and illusions which are only meant to hoodwink unsuspecting electorates. ‎ ‎ To our great relief,  our most distinguished leader, Senator Joseph  Ikpea,  has scaled the fence of fantasy and is operating in the  domain of verifiable people oriented actions.  Beyond social media razzmatazz, the  social responsibility imparts of senator Joseph  Ikpea precedes his recent election as the senator representing the Edo Central Senatorial District at the national Assemble . At a time when insecurity posed a significant threat across Esan land, Senator Ikpea...

The Edo State Waste Management Board (EWMB) has stepped up maintenance operations at the Ikhueniro Dumpsite as part of ongoing efforts to enhance waste management and promote a cleaner environment across the state. The exercise, led by the Managing Director, Ambassador Dr. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi, involved the clearing and leveling of accumulated waste heaps, comprehensive site sanitation, and other critical maintenance activities. According to the Board, the initiative is aimed at improving operational efficiency and increasing the dumpsite’s capacity to handle growing waste volumes. Ikhueniro Dumpsite remains a major disposal hub for waste collectors statewide, making its upkeep essential to environmental health and public sanitation. By intensifying maintenance efforts, the Board seeks to create a safer and more efficient working environment, reduce delays in waste evacuation, and support cleaner communities throughout Edo State. The EWMB also expressed appreciation to ...

Ikpea Media Team Network  Barely a year ago, the people of Edo Central entrusted Senator Joe Ikpea with the responsibility of representing them at the National Assembly. Stepping into office through a by-election, he embraced the challenge with determination, commitment, and a clear vision for the development of Esanland and Edo Central. In a relatively short period, Senator Ikpea has distinguished himself as a responsive representative, focused on bringing the dividends of democracy closer to the people. Through active participation in legislative activities, strategic engagement with federal institutions, and continuous consultation with constituents, he has worked tirelessly to ensure that the voices of Edo Central are heard at the national level. This is clearly an evidence of  TRUE REPRESENTATION. His tenure, of less than a year, has been marked by a strong commitment to infrastructure development, youth empowerment, educational support, and community engageme...

From Chris Akhabue, Edo  A prominent Niger Delta leader, Chief Francis Inegbeniki, has advised Rivers State traditional ruler, Alhaji Asari Dokubo, to refrain from making statements capable of creating tension between the Ijaw people and their Benin neighbours in Edo State. Inegbeniki gave the warning on Tuesday in Benin City, while addressing journalists, describing Dokubo’s recent remarks as unnecessary, ill-advised, and capable of threatening the peaceful relationship that has existed between the two ethnic groups. The Egbedi of Ozoro Land urged Asari Dokubo, as a traditional leader, to embrace the role of a peace ambassador by promoting unity, dialogue, and harmony rather than making comments that could fuel division. According to him, the Ijaws and Benin people in Edo State have enjoyed a long-standing relationship built on mutual respect, cooperation, and peaceful coexistence. “There has been a harmonious relationship and peaceful coexistence between the Ijaws in ...

   Ikpea Media Team Network  Long before he assumed office as a Senator of the Federal Republic, Joseph  Ikpea had already established an unassuming reputation as a silent but relentless advocate for the welfare of his people. His track record reflects a consistent pattern of intervention, driven by a deep sense of social responsibility and persistent push for improved  living conditions of his constituents. In 2023, at a time when the Benin–Auchi Road had deteriorated into a notorious death trap, Ikpea took decisive action. Disturbed by the scale of its disrepair and the dangers it posed to commuters, he sponsored a team of journalists across both electronic and print media to  conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the road’s condition. The objective was clear: to bring national attention to the alarming state of the highway and compel the Federal Government to act. Beyond facilitating media exposure, Ikpea deployed his network of influence to m...

      Ikpea Media network The Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District, Senator Joseph Ikpea, has commended the Edo State Government and the State Police Command for their renewed offensive against kidnapping and cultism, following the arrest of suspects involved in a recent abduction in Benin City. In a statement released through his office, Senator Ikpea praised the police for what he described as “gallantry and professionalism” in apprehending the kidnappers responsible for abducting a woman at the busy vegetable market along Airport Road on Sunday. He noted that the public parade of the suspects by the Edo State Police Command underscores the state government’s resolve to tackle criminality head-on. According to him, the development reflects Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to practical governance focused on security and the protection of lives and property. “I want to express my appreciation to the governor for his unflinching resolve to...

          Ikpea Media network. The recent visit of the Senator representing Edo Central senatorial district, Joseph Ikpea, to the headquarters of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to some, is a mere routine visit. But to the discerning minds, retrospecting deeply, this is a significant milestone in the war against narcotics and substance abuse, a move that could engender the sanctity of the Nigeria nation. It represents significant strategic intervention in Nigeria’s intensifying war against drug abuse and illicit trafficking, a scourge capable of distabilising the future of our youths, our future, if not adequately and timely tackled.  It is indicative of a representative whose focus is not just the safety and well-being of his immediate constituency but that of an entire nation whose future depends on the sanity of its youths.  As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics, Ikpea’s engagement with the NDLEA sig...

Ikpea Media network....a brand name... The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s fight against illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse, following a familiarisation visit by the committee’s chairman, Senator Joseph Ikpea, to the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. During the visit on Monday, June 15, 2026, Senator Ikpea assured the NDLEA of continued legislative support aimed at enhancing the agency’s operational capacity and effectiveness in carrying out its mandate. The senator, who was received by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd), and members of the agency’s management team, commended the significant progress recorded by the NDLEA under Marwa’s leadership. He noted that the agency had undergone remarkable transformation in recent years, citing its intensified crackdown on drug traffickers, expansion ...

IKPEA MEDIA TEAM  A socio-cultural advocacy group, Concerned Esan in Diaspora (CED), has cautioned  against equating eloquent political promises with guaranteed delivery, stressing that only leaders with proven integrity and strong character can translate pledges into tangible results. The group made this known in a statement issued over the weekend by its spokesperson, Engr. Theophilus Ebhomien, while addressing supporters of Senator Joseph Ikpea’s senatorial bid in Benin City. According to the statement, persuasive political rhetoric often serves as a tool to mislead unsuspecting members of the public rather than a genuine commitment to action. “The sweetness of political promises from an orator is not a guarantee of implementation. In many cases, such promises are carefully crafted strategies designed to deceive the public,” Ebhomien said. He emphasized that the true determinant of whether promises are fulfilled lies in the character and integrity of those who m...

The South-South Zonal Executive Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, has congratulated Edo State Council Chairman, Comrade Festus Alenkhe, on his appointment as Acting Managing Director of Edo Broadcasting Service, EBS. In a communiqué issued Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the end of its meeting in Calabar, Cross River state , the zonal meeting presided over by its Vice President,  Comrade Opaka Dokubo,  commended Edo state Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo for appointing Festus  Alenkhe, describing it as a well-deserved recognition of his leadership. The NUJ South ,south zone described the appointment as a round peg in a round hole. The Council further condemned attacks, harassment and cyberbullying against journalists in the zone and urged security agencies to act swiftly.  It expressed concern over worsening insecurity nationwide and called on South-South governments to strengthen community policing. On infrastructure, the zone praised the Federa...

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 ...

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...

….. 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...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

By Chris Akhabue, Benin City The Edo State Waste Management Board (EWMB) has unveiled a new advocacy initiative, the EWMB ACADEMY, as part of efforts to drive public participation, strengthen environmental sanitation and position the state as Nigeria’s cleanest. The academy, officially launched in Benin City on Wednesday, is designed to promote behavioural change, enhance public awareness, and deepen citizen participation in sustainable waste management practices. Speaking at the event, the Director of Administration and Supply, Mr. Idiaghe Osagie, who read the welcome address on behalf of the Managing Director, Dr. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi, described the initiative as a bold step by the state government towards achieving long-term environmental sustainability. He noted that the academy would serve as a platform to equip residents with the knowledge, discipline, and skills required to maintain a cleaner and healthier environment. “This is not merely a ceremonia...

The Managing Director of the Edo State Waste Management Board (EDWMB), Amb. Dr. Enehita Inegbenehi, has warned that residents who violate environmental sanitation laws in the state will be prosecuted in accordance with existing regulations. Dr. Inegbenehi issued the warning on Saturday in Benin City after monitoring the monthly environmental sanitation exercise across parts of the metropolis. Addressing journalists shortly after the exercise, he expressed satisfaction with the progress made so far, noting that the state government’s efforts to improve cleanliness and sanitation are beginning to yield visible results. “I can boldly say that we are on the right track in our efforts to keep Edo State clean. While we may not yet be where we aspire to be, we are certainly no longer where we used to be,” he said. He recalled that the sanitation situation in the state was significantly worse two years ago but has since improved considerably. However, he emphasized that authorities...