Edo State’s caretaker chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to scrutinize what he describes as “fraudulent activities and financial recklessness” within the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo. His appeal follows the recent suspension of Attorney General and […]
Politics
In a surprise move, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has closed its case at the Edo Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja without calling any witnesses. The tribunal had previously adjourned the session due to the absence of INEC’s witnesses, who were reportedly traveling from Benin City to Abuja. However, […]
The suspended Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Edo State, Samson Osagie, has categorically denied any involvement in financial misconduct following his recent suspension. Osagie issued a statement on Thursday from Benin City, asserting his intention to demonstrate his innocence regarding the allegations. Osagie said, emphasizing his position: “I was […]
The proceedings at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja faced delays on Wednesday due to the absence of witnesses from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). INEC is the first respondent in a case brought by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Mr. Asue Ighodalo. […]
Acting Chairman of Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, Rt. Hon. Alabi Bliss Oshionogue, has emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in achieving sustainable governance. Hon. Oshionogue made this assertion during a stakeholder engagement with the executive members of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), where discussions focused on the […]
The Edo State government has categorically refuted ongoing rumors suggesting that local government employees are experiencing salary delays amid a supposed crisis in various councils. In an official statement released from Benin City, Mr. Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, described these claims as unfounded and […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, have closed their case at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, following the testimony of 19 witnesses in a challenge to the declaration of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the gubernatorial […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) intensified its electoral challenge on Friday at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, calling additional witnesses to dispute the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, in the September 21, 2024 governorship election. During the proceedings led by the Justice Wilfred Kpochi-led […]
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, opted not to provide commentary on the ongoing hearings related to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) petition at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which is currently convening in Abuja. When approached by journalists on Friday, Oshiomhole maintained a respectful distance from the proceedings, […]
Members of the dissolved Edo State Civil Service Commission have filed a lawsuit with the Benin Division of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), contesting their removal from office, which they argue is unconstitutional. They are seeking reinstatement and demanding damages amounting to N250 million in compensation for what […]