A peaceful protest organised by the Akoko-Edo Forum (AEF) to highlight alleged decades of neglect in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area was violently disrupted, prompting renewed calls for urgent intervention by federal and state authorities. The protest, which drew participants from across the local government, was convened to spotlight concerns over […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command, has made a significant dent in drug trafficking operations, announcing the arrest of 104 suspected drug traffickers and the seizure of illicit substances valued at over N1.8 billion. The announcement was made by the State Commander of the NDLEA, Dr. […]
A high court in Edo State has restored Engr. Lukeman Oghehemhimhe Akemokhue as the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella Kingdom, nullifying the state government’s decision to replace him. The judgment was delivered on Thursday, 26 March 2026, by Justice O.A. Otamere at the Edo High Court in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government […]
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have apprehended four individuals suspected of involvement in cult activities, following a coordinated operation in Uromi. The suspects, Julius Oseyomon (64), Abraham Erumosele Momo (54), Solomon Oboigbe (27), and Fidelis Omale (26), were arrested on March 24, 2026, at approximately 0200hrs. According to […]
The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has apprehended a 28-year-old man, Edet Friday, in connection with the alleged theft of a mini-bus. The vehicle in question belonged to a local pastor who had entrusted it to Friday for commercial transport purposes under a daily payment agreement. The arrest occurred in […]
No fewer than 800 residents of Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State are set to benefit from a free medical outreach organised by Edo State University, Iyamoh. The Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Victor Adetimirin, disclosed this on Wednesday at the flag-off of the three-day Community Medical Outreach […]
No fewer than 72 students of Edo State University Iyamho graduated with first class honours as the institution prepares to confer degrees on a total of 850 graduands at its forthcoming convocation ceremony. The Vice-Chancellor, Victor Adetimirin , disclosed this on Tuesday during a press briefing held to mark the […]
The Egbetua Community in Ososo, Akoko Edo Local Government Area, was thrown into mourning in the early hours of today as news filtered in that its Head Chief, IDDU OREME, Chief Peter Momoh had died in mysterious circumstances in Okpella while on a business trip. According to reports, the deceased […]
Concerns are mounting over the performance of Senator Adams Oshiomhole as senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, with a United States–based attorney and civil society leader Dr Richard Bagudu alleging significant gaps in his responsiveness to the needs of his constituents. Speaking on behalf of Vanguard for Truth, Dr Richard […]
Indigenes of Akoko-Edo have announced plans to stage a peaceful protest later this month, citing years of alleged neglect, underdevelopment, and poor political representation in the local government area. A press statement issued by the Select Committee of Akoko Edo Development Association (AEDA) representing concerned stakeholders called on indigenes and […]