The Edo State Police Command has apprehended three individuals in relation to the alleged gang-rape of a 12-year-old girl, identified as Miss Esther, in Okpella, located in the Etsako East Local Government Area of the state. Commissioner of Police Umoru Ozigi made the announcement during a meeting in Benin City […]
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Benin City, Edo State – Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced that the Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, allocated over N8 billion to the state’s 18 Local Government Councils in December alone. This significant increase in funding marks a notable shift from […]
Akoko-Edo, Edo State – Hon. Tajudeen Alade, the chairman of the Akoko-Edo local government area, has publicly rejected reports of his alleged impeachment, asserting that he remains in office despite recent turmoil. In a statement released on Monday, Alade detailed a disturbing incident involving the invasion of his office by […]
The political landscape in Edo State shifted significantly on Friday as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) welcomed new members from the local government area. Hon. Edosa Enowoghomenma, the Chairman of Ovia South West Local Government Area, led a group of eight elected councillors—including Hon. Nosakhare Edobor, the Leader of […]
The Executive Chairman of Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, Hon. Barr Tajudeen Alade Suleman, has called on indigenes of the area to put aside their political differences to build a more vibrant socio-economic cohesion birthed on love and oneness. In a New Year message to the people, Barr Suleman said “We […]
As the curtains close on 2024, the vibrant community of Akoko Edo looks back on a year filled with significant milestones, triumphs, and moments of growth. From historic coronations to ground breaking developments, the past 12 months have been a testament to the resilience, unity, and progress of the people […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has officially approved a budget of N676 billion for the state government’s expenditures for the upcoming 2025 fiscal year. This decision was made during a plenary session held on Monday. The approved budget reflects an increase of N72 billion from the initial proposal of […]
Benin City, Edo State – In a heartfelt address during the Edo Christmas Carol 2024, Governor Monday Okpebholo emphasized the unifying spirit of Christmas, highlighting its significance beyond tribal, religious, and political affiliations. The event took place on Sunday at the Lawn Tennis Court of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, drawing […]
An Edo State High Court has mandated the immediate reinstatement of local government chairmen and their deputies who were recently suspended. The ruling was handed down by Justice Efe Ikponmwonba on Friday, following a lawsuit filed by the affected officials contesting their suspensions. The court issued an injunction that bars […]
The Edo State Assets Verification Committee, established under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo, has released preliminary findings revealing possible fraudulent activities in the execution of projects by the previous administration led by Godwin Obaseki. This announcement was made during a recent press briefing geared toward informing the public about […]