The Edo State High Court of Justice is set to launch a dedicated Special Criminal Court in July to accelerate the prosecution of serious offences, particularly those involving cultism and kidnapping. This development was announced in an official statement signed by the Court’s Chief Registrar, Benson Osawaru, on Friday in […]
Edo Updates
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has once again demonstrated his dedication to building an all-inclusive administration by nominating Mr. Martin Oli, a successful businessman and respected community leader from Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State, as a Commissioner-Designate. This latest appointment was announced in a statement issued by the […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to rid the state of criminal elements and create a secure environment that allows farmers and residents to carry out their daily activities without fear. The governor gave this assurance on Friday while inaugurating the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) has announced that 12 political parties have successfully completed the nomination process ahead of the much-anticipated local government elections scheduled for July 11. The commission also confirmed the publication of the final list of candidates for the polls across the state’s 18 local […]
The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has directed traditionalists in the Edo South Senatorial District to launch “spiritual warfare” against perpetrators of banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes. The revered monarch issued the directive on Tuesday during a crucial meeting with native doctors, priests, and […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has applauded the Edo State Judiciary for its progressive adoption of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) Practice Directions, 2026, describing the move as a landmark achievement that will significantly improve the handling of power sector disputes. In a statement released on its website […]
In a significant step towards combating the rising threat of digital violence, stakeholders in Edo State on Monday validated a comprehensive draft policy framework designed to address Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV). The validation exercise, organised by the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in partnership with the […]
The Edo State House of Assembly on Monday declined a request from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) seeking to alter the minority leadership structure of the legislature, citing failure to comply with established parliamentary procedures. The request emerged following the defection of three lawmakers who were formerly members of the […]
At least 137 women have received life-saving maternal healthcare services through the Federal Government’s Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (CEMONC) programme at the Edo State University Teaching Hospital, Auchi, Edo State. The programme coordinator at the hospital, Dr. Anthony Omage, revealed this during an interview in Auchi, explaining that […]
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State have successfully rescued a 15-year-old girl who was abducted while running a simple errand in Ewohimi, Esan South-East Local Government Area. The victim, Glory Odigie, was safely recovered following a rapid, intelligence-driven operation, with two young suspects […]