The Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, Mike Sado, has publicly addressed recent allegations leveled against him, asserting his unwavering dedication to the development of the Okpella kingdom. In a press briefing held in Benin City on Tuesday, the traditional ruler acknowledged the existence of what he termed “retrogressive forces” attempting to derail […]
Edo Updates
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo Command, has significantly boosted its security presence across Edo State, deploying over 2,000 personnel to safeguard residents and ensure a peaceful atmosphere before, during, and after the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. Mr. Saidi Akintayo, the state Commandant of the NSCDC, announced the extensive […]
In a coordinated effort, the Edo State Police Command, working alongside local vigilantes and hunters, has successfully apprehended 10 suspected kidnappers operating in the Eko Uwaya forest, near Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area. The operation resulted in the safe rescue of a woman who had been abducted by the […]
The Ayuele Clan has issued an urgent appeal to the Edo State Government, security agencies, and the public, warning of a rapidly escalating situation in Agbede community stemming from a contentious chieftaincy dispute. Speaking under the banner of the Ayuele Solidarity Front, the clan highlighted what they describe as unlawful […]
The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) Plc has voiced serious concerns regarding the steep decline in power generation from Nigeria’s national grid, a development the company says is significantly hampering its operations, impacting customer satisfaction, and eroding revenue collection. Mr. Ogunleye Akinleye, Chief Commercial Officer of BEDC, addressing journalists in […]
The Edo State Police Command has apprehended 65 suspected kidnappers following a coordinated midnight raid in Aviele, Etsako West Local Government Area. The operation, conducted at approximately 2:45 AM on March 2, 2026, targeted Zango and Max Square properties, known hideouts for criminal activity. According to ASP Eno Ikoedem, the […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has officially summoned the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) to appear before the house on March 9th, to address the escalating crisis of persistent blackouts and contentious billing practices that have plagued the state. The decision to summon BEDC was reached during a heated […]
In a decisive operation, troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralized a suspected kidnapper and successfully rescued four abducted victims during a nighttime raid in Warake Forest, located in the Auchi area of Etsako West Local Government Area, Edo State. The operation, conducted under the banner of Operation IGBO DANU […]
The Edo State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation of the kidnapping of 42-year-old Edafe Oghenekome, announcing the arrest of three suspects linked to his abduction and murder. The grim discovery of Oghenekome’s remains in the Igueladidi forest of Iguobazuwa, located in the Ovia West Local […]
A 25-year-old man from Bauchi State, identified as Umar Abdullahi, is in police custody after being apprehended by operatives of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) for allegedly possessing a firearm. The arrest occurred at approximately 2:00 AM at Akara Junction in the Aduwawa area of Ikpoba Okha Local Government […]