Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has added another prestigious accolade to his growing list of achievements, earning a Platinum SNEP certification in France for his feature on French-Congolese singer Dadju Nsungula’s popular track, “Donne-moi l’accord.” The collaboration, originally released in 2019, continues to enjoy significant airplay and streaming success within […]
The Edo State Government has reiterated its dedication to providing quality education and employment opportunities for visually impaired persons within the state. This commitment was reaffirmed on Tuesday by Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa during a meeting in Benin City with members of the Nigeria Association of the Blind, Edo Chapter, […]
The Nigerian Senate has formally requested the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct bye-elections for the vacant senatorial seats representing Edo Central and Anambra South. The announcement was made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary session, officially declaring the two seats vacant and underscoring the urgency of […]
In a gesture of compassion and support during the holy month of Ramadan, the Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, has provided N1 million to empower 100 Muslim widows. The donation was announced at the Eminent Muslims Forum of Nigeria’s Ramadan Lecture and Empowerment Programme held on […]
The Edo State Government has confirmed 15 fatalities resulting from a Lassa fever outbreak that began in December 2024. The announcement comes as the state intensifies its efforts to curb the spread of the disease. Dr. Stephenson Ojeifo, Director of Public Health at the Edo State Ministry of Health, addressed […]
In a move aimed at fostering unity and addressing recent internal challenges, the Labour Party (LP) has established a three-man Intervention and Truce Committee to reconcile with its members in the National Assembly. The initiative follows a series of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), raising concerns within […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the appointment of Dr. Mohammed Aminu as the new Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), effective immediately. The announcement, made via a statement by presidential spokesman Mr. Bayo Onanuga, also revealed the appointment of Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe as […]
The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has called upon state and local governments to assume their roles as primary responders in the face of disasters, emphasizing the critical need for localized and immediate action. Umar made the statement during her opening address at the […]
The Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation is cautioning Nigerians about the potential dangers of excessive exercise, highlighting its negative impact on both mental and physical well-being. The foundation emphasizes that while exercise is generally beneficial, pushing the body beyond its limits can be counterproductive and even hazardous. Rev. […]
Amidst the ongoing legal proceedings at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, a prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Edo Osahon, has accused leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of orchestrating a clandestine effort to sway the tribunal’s decision. Osahon alleges that the PDP attempted […]