The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a strong call to the state government, urging compliance with recent court rulings that have ordered the reinstatement of elected local government chairmen who were removed from office. Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee, made […]
Edo Updates
Mr. Yekini Idaiye, representing Akoko-Edo 1 constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, has called on traditional rulers in the state to ramp up efforts in addressing the growing insecurity plaguing rural communities. Speaking to newsmen in Benin City on Wednesday, the All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker expressed deep […]
Deputy Governor of Edo State, Mr. Dennis Idahosa, has affirmed the state government’s commitment to unwavering support and collaboration with the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), Edo chapter, to bolster their humanitarian interventions and ensure their long-term sustainability. Mr. Idahosa made the pledge during a courtesy visit by the leadership […]
Tension is high in Ubuneke-Ivbiaro community, Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State, following a brutal attack on May 18th that left one woman dead and her husband abducted. Gunmen reportedly invaded the residence of Mr. Arimazoya Abona around 8:00 p.m., shooting his wife in the neck before forcibly […]
Team Edo has made a strong statement at the ongoing 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF) in Ogun State, amassing a total of 18 medals within the first three days of competition. The state’s athletes have showcased exceptional talent and determination across various sporting disciplines, with standout performances in weightlifting and […]
Ovbokhan Igbinovia Kelvin, 43, the recently dethroned spiritualist (Ohen) of the Okhoromi community in Oredo Local Government Area, has been arrested by operatives of the Edo State Police Command along with four other individuals. The arrest followed a search of Igbinovia’s premises, which yielded a suspected human skull and a […]
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved its rulings on a series of appeals and a cross-appeal stemming from the contested Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024. The three-member panel, led by Justice M. A. Danjuma, announced the decision on Thursday following the adoption of final […]
The Human Rights Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, has issued a statement expressing deep concern over the recent mass arrests and arraignments of young people in Edo State, purportedly as part of efforts to combat cultism. The NBA branch emphasized the need for law enforcement to […]
In a significant move to uphold traditional values and address community grievances, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, has deposed Ovbokhan Igbinovia from his position as the traditional Chief Priest (Ohen) of Okhuoromi Community in Oredo Local Government Area. The deposition, announced on Thursday, follows a […]
The Edo State Government has officially recognized and presented instruments of office to several new traditional rulers across the state, signaling a renewed commitment to traditional institutions and community leadership. The announcements, made public today, involve appointments in Okpella, Okhuesan, and Onogholo. According to a statement released by the Secretary […]