Two adolescent girls, aged 13 and 14—with one managing sickle cell disease—have been recovered in Edo State following a foiled human trafficking scheme targeting Libya. The minors were intercepted and returned safely after traveling through multiple states before authorities intervened. The girls left Benin City on a Sunday […]
Edo State
A devastating motor accident occurred on Saturday along the Benin-Auchi Road, leaving several people injured. Governor Monday Okpebholo, who was passing by the scene, sprang into action to rescue the victims. The accident involved four vehicles, including three commercial mini-buses and a Toyota Venza, which allegedly drove against traffic. Witnesses […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has decorated seven officers recently promoted to the rank of Deputy Commander of Narcotics in Edo State. The ceremony, held at the command headquarters in Benin, was led by the State Commander, Mr. Mitchell Ofoyeju. In his congratulatory message, Ofoyeju urged the newly […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating jobs, enhancing security, and promoting sustainable development through transparent and accountable leadership. In a statement to commemorate the state’s 34th anniversary, Okpebholo highlighted the state’s achievements in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic growth. The governor paid tribute […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced a large-scale recruitment initiative targeting the state’s youth population. The announcement was made at an All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area, held in support of the upcoming August 16, 2025, Edo Central Senatorial by-election. Governor […]
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded the immediate removal of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Anugbum Onuaha, ahead of the National Assembly by-elections scheduled for August 16th. During a press conference held in Benin City on Tuesday, Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has deployed 1,600 corps members to Edo State for the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I orientation programme. The nationwide programme is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, July 29. Dr. Frances Ben-Ushie, the Edo State Coordinator of the NYSC, announced the deployment in a statement […]
In Benin, Edo State, retired police officers joined a nationwide protest on Monday, condemning the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) as a “killer policy” that has left them in poverty and distress. Under the National Association of Retired Police Officers Contributory Pension Scheme (NARPO-CPS), the retirees held a press conference to […]
The Lagos State Cooperative College (LASCOCO) is forging a partnership with the Edo State Ministry of Business, Trade, and Cooperatives to enhance the skills and knowledge of cooperative trustees and members in Edo State. Dr. Walid Adebosin, Ag. Provost of LASCOCO, announced the collaboration during a visit from the Edo […]
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Edo State chapter has strongly opposed the budgetary allocation proposed by the Ministry of Niger Delta for the year 2024. The allocation claims that all projects designated for the state are situated in non-oil producing areas, leading the forum to call on Minister Abubakar […]