The Edo State government has levied serious accusations against the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), alleging that the party is responsible for the rising insecurity in the state. In a statement released on Sunday, the government, through the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Fred Itua, claimed the PDP […]
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The Edo State Police Command has announced the rescue of Reverend Father Philip Ekeli, who was abducted alongside Seminarian Peter Andrew on March 3rd. Tragically, Seminarian Andrew lost his life while in captivity. The announcement was made Friday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, in a press […]
The Uzebba community in Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State has significantly enhanced local security by constructing and donating a brand new Divisional Police Station to the Nigerian Police Force (NPF). The state-of-the-art facility was officially handed over to the police command on Wednesday in Uzebba, marking a […]
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reinforced its dedication to public safety and efficient emergency response following a recent incident involving a burning gas truck on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The prompt and coordinated action averted a potential catastrophe, underscoring the Corps’ commitment to mitigating road hazards. According to a […]
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has vehemently refuted accusations from the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration, alleging PDP involvement in the state’s escalating insecurity crisis. The PDP characterizes these accusations as a calculated attempt to deflect blame and target the opposition. PDP Chairman Anthony Aziegbemi, in a […]
The Edo State Government has firmly rejected assertions that it is overwhelmed by security challenges, responding to recent concerns raised by Hon. Marcus Onobun, the member representing Esan West, Esan Central, and Igueben Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. Hon. Onobun had expressed alarm over what he described as […]
In a significant address highlighting the vital role of collaboration in national security, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede articulated that safeguarding the nation extends beyond the confines of security agencies and relies heavily on the active participation of all citizens. This assertion was made during the Army […]
The Gbolomotin community in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State is appealing to the state government for protection amidst unfounded allegations linking them to recent violent incidents. This statement was made by Mr. Karaem Ebimobobowei, the community’s spokesperson, on Sunday in Benin. Ebimobobowei emphasized that the community neither […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has condemned the recent violent assaults on seven farming communities in the Ovia South West Local Government Area, which resulted in the tragic loss of 22 lives and left numerous others injured. The governor also expressed outrage over the killings of two farmers, Batemue Ebo […]
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has announced a bold initiative to reduce crime rates in Nigeria by 50% by the year 2025. This directive was shared during the 5th Edition of the Annual Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers held in Abeokuta on Monday, themed “Improving Nigeria’s Internal Security […]