Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has emphasized the critical role of spiritual intervention in confronting Nigeria’s pressing security challenges. Speaking at LoveWorld City (Christ Embassy) in Benin City on Sunday, Governor Okpebholo implored citizens to continually seek God’s face to surmount issues such as kidnapping, cultism, and other forms […]
Edo Updates
The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), popularly known as the Pyrates Confraternity, has provided free medical services to no fewer than 1000 children in the Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo as part of its medical outreach programme. The outreach is organised by the Hybrid Deck Edo North branch […]
A significant breakthrough in an ongoing kidnapping and murder investigation originating in Edo State has been announced by the Ogun State Police Command. Two suspects, believed to be connected to the heinous crime, were successfully apprehended in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, through a meticulously executed intelligence-driven operation. DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the […]
The Edo State Government on Thursday officially unveiled a simplified version of its disability rights law. This accessible rendition of the legal framework is designed to empower persons with disabilities across all 18 local government areas of the state by making their entitlements and protections more readily understandable. The unveiling […]
The Edo State Police Command has initiated a comprehensive search for a prominent social media personality, widely known as “Azawoman,” following her alleged involvement in disseminating a false report concerning a mass kidnapping at Green Park Academy. The command asserts that the blogger is wanted for questioning and potential prosecution […]
The Edo State Police Command has announced the deployment of 6,000 security personnel across the state as part of intensified efforts to maintain peace and public safety during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Monday Agbonika, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Tuesday in […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for businesses, as part of efforts to attract more local and foreign investments into the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo gave the assurance on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Diverse Autocare Centre Hub and Compressed […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo has lauded the collaborative spirit of traders for the successful completion of the Oba Market reconstruction project, following a devastating fire in June 2020. The historic market, a vital economic hub in Benin City, was reduced to ashes in the blaze. On Friday, Governor Okpebholo, accompanied by […]
In preparation for the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Command, has announced the deployment of 1,542 personnel across the state to ensure a secure and peaceful holiday for residents. The announcement was made by the Commandant of the corps in the state, […]
The Edo State government is intensifying its focus on primary healthcare, emphasizing the need for greater public awareness, robust monitoring of Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities, and stronger community engagement. Dr. Andrew Iyamu, Special Adviser to Governor Monday Okpebholo on Health, reiterated this commitment at a recent town hall meeting […]