In a significant crackdown on kidnapping activities, the Edo State Police Command announced the arrest of 113 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated operation conducted on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The raid, which took place at approximately 3:00 AM, targeted “Zangos” in Agbede and Iruekpen, areas suspected of being used as […]
Edo Updates
The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) Plc has issued an alert to customers in several areas of Benin City regarding a scheduled, extended period of daily power interruptions. Starting from Friday, February 27, 2026, and continuing through March 31, 2026, affected residents and commercial operations will face no electricity supply […]
The Edo State Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) is joining forces with the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS) in a strategic collaboration designed to deepen public understanding of health regulations and foster greater compliance throughout Edo State. Dr. Adesuwa Urhoghide, Chief Executive Officer of EDOHERMA, initiated the partnership during a […]
In a decisive move against rising cult activity, the Edo State Government has demolished a building in Amagba, Oredo Local Government Area, linked to the Aye confraternity. The action follows the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement in recent cult-related killings in the state. Dr. Patrick Ebojele, Chief Press […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has emphasized the unique spiritual opportunity presented by the convergence of Ramadan and Lent, urging Nigerians to leverage this sacred time for intense prayer and national rejuvenation. In a press statement released on Wednesday, Governor Okpebholo highlighted that the alignment of the Islamic holy month […]
The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has apprehended a 22-year-old man impersonating a soldier and a police constabulary officer for alleged illegal possession of firearms. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to bolster internal security and combat criminal activities within the state. Peter Ehiotu, the suspected fake soldier, who hails from […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has issued an apology to residents and motorists for the inconveniences caused by the ongoing construction of the Ramat Park flyover in the Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. The apology came during an unannounced inspection of the project site on Thursday, where the governor expressed […]
The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) has issued an apology to customers across its franchise states, including Edo, for the recent deterioration in electricity supply. The company cites a significant reduction in power allocation from the national grid as the primary cause of the increased outages and load shedding. According […]
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Command, has issued a firm warning to contractors and utility companies: damage to fibre optic infrastructure during construction and civil works will now be treated as a serious criminal offense. State Commandant Saidi Akintayo delivered the warning at a press […]
Edo State’s agribusiness sector is set for a boost as the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises in the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) project commences training for 655 entrepreneurs. The initiative focuses on equipping beneficiaries with the knowledge and skills needed to meet international standards in packaging, branding, and product standardization, paving the […]