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 […]
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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 […]
In a bid to strengthen national security, President Bola Tinubu has called for greater collaboration among Nigeria’s security agencies to address crime more effectively. His remarks were delivered by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers held in Abeokuta […]
The Edo chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the recent attack on the Okpekpe community in Etsako East Local Government Area, which resulted in the tragic deaths of two farmers. In a statement issued by Chris Nehikhare, Publicity Secretary of the Edo PDP Caretaker Committee, the […]
The Edo State Police Command has successfully trained 160 personnel to bolster their operational capabilities in addressing crime within the state. This announcement was made by Commissioner of Police Betty Enekpen Otimenyin during the closing ceremony of the training program held on Sunday. In a statement shared with journalists in […]
Calm has returned to several communities in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State following a violent outbreak that left at least 23 people feared dead and many others injured. The affected areas include Marindoti, Gbelemontin Domiju, Kola Village, Taiye Camp, Eto Camp, Dipe Community, Bala Dele Community, […]
In response to increasing concerns over kidnapping and violence, the Edo State House of Assembly has made a formal appeal to the State Commissioner of Police to transfer officers who have served more than five years in any station. The initiative aims to enhance security measures across the state. This […]
The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has reported the apprehension of 18 individuals suspected of involvement in kidnapping and armed robbery. The announcement was made by Corps Commandant Friday Ibadin, a retired Commissioner of Police, in a statement released from Benin City. The arrests occurred along the Benin-Auchi road during […]