The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the successful rescue of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Elisha Jeremiah, along with two other individuals, who were kidnapped by armed assailants on January 29, 2025. Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer for the Command, shared the details of the operation in a […]
The Federal Government (FG) of Nigeria and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) concerning the anticipated 50 percent increase in telecommunications tariffs. The agreement was finalized on Monday during a collaborative meeting focusing on the proposed tariff adjustments. The MoU was endorsed by key […]
The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as Ajango Memorial Academy gets ready to host Samba Boys FC in the return leg of the Akoko Edo Football League. The two teams previously clashed in a heart-stopping match that ended in a 2-2 stalemate, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the rematch. […]
The Edo State Government is seeking collaboration from the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) to enhance its access to climate finance, as the region grapples with the pressing challenges posed by climate change. This appeal was made by Mr. Jude Ekpu, the Permanent Secretary in the state’s Ministry of […]
The Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has expressed deep concern following a fire that occurred over the weekend at Okaro Primary School in Urhonigbe, which resulted in substantial damage to a classroom block. In response to the incident, Barr. Mrs. Onomen Goodness Briggs, the executive chairman of SUBEB, […]
The Edo State government has categorically refuted ongoing rumors suggesting that local government employees are experiencing salary delays amid a supposed crisis in various councils. In an official statement released from Benin City, Mr. Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, described these claims as unfounded and […]
As of February 3, 2023, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has allocated a substantial amount of N20,074,050,000 to cover institutional fees for students enrolled in various tertiary institutions throughout the nation. This initiative has directly impacted approximately 192,906 students, as reported in a recent statement by Akintunde Sawyerr, the […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, have closed their case at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, following the testimony of 19 witnesses in a challenge to the declaration of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the gubernatorial […]
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced the initiation of its first-ever Niger Delta Sports Festival, set to take place from April 1 to April 9 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. This event aims to unearth and cultivate athletic talent within the region. […]
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has issued a call to action for Nigerians to report any environmental violations they encounter. Dr. Innocent Barikor, the Director-General of NESREA, stressed the necessity of adhering to the country’s environmental laws and regulations. In his remarks, Barikor highlighted the agency’s […]