The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) has announced that 12 political parties have successfully completed the nomination process ahead of the much-anticipated local government elections scheduled for July 11. The commission also confirmed the publication of the final list of candidates for the polls across the state’s 18 local […]
The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has directed traditionalists in the Edo South Senatorial District to launch “spiritual warfare” against perpetrators of banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes. The revered monarch issued the directive on Tuesday during a crucial meeting with native doctors, priests, and […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has applauded the Edo State Judiciary for its progressive adoption of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) Practice Directions, 2026, describing the move as a landmark achievement that will significantly improve the handling of power sector disputes. In a statement released on its website […]
In a significant step towards combating the rising threat of digital violence, stakeholders in Edo State on Monday validated a comprehensive draft policy framework designed to address Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV). The validation exercise, organised by the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in partnership with the […]
The Edo State House of Assembly on Monday declined a request from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) seeking to alter the minority leadership structure of the legislature, citing failure to comply with established parliamentary procedures. The request emerged following the defection of three lawmakers who were formerly members of the […]
At least 137 women have received life-saving maternal healthcare services through the Federal Government’s Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (CEMONC) programme at the Edo State University Teaching Hospital, Auchi, Edo State. The programme coordinator at the hospital, Dr. Anthony Omage, revealed this during an interview in Auchi, explaining that […]
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State have successfully rescued a 15-year-old girl who was abducted while running a simple errand in Ewohimi, Esan South-East Local Government Area. The victim, Glory Odigie, was safely recovered following a rapid, intelligence-driven operation, with two young suspects […]
In a significant move to alleviate the burden of sickle cell disease within its communities, the Edo State government has pledged to sustain robust medical support for indigent patients while aggressively ramping up genotype screening initiatives. This commitment, articulated by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, during the recent […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo has announced a N10 million reward for the police operatives who successfully apprehended key suspects involved in the recent high-profile kidnapping at Benin’s popular vegetable and fruit market. The governor made the announcement on Thursday at the Edo State Police Command headquarters during the public parade of […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo has raised serious concerns about internal collaboration in criminal activities, alleging that certain individuals in Edo State are traveling to other regions of Nigeria to recruit criminals for operations involving kidnapping, armed robbery, and related offenses within the state. The governor made these remarks on Wednesday while […]