The Edo State High Court of Justice is set to launch a dedicated Special Criminal Court in July to accelerate the prosecution of serious offences, particularly those involving cultism and kidnapping. This development was announced in an official statement signed by the Court’s Chief Registrar, Benson Osawaru, on Friday in […]
Monday Okpebholo
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has once again demonstrated his dedication to building an all-inclusive administration by nominating Mr. Martin Oli, a successful businessman and respected community leader from Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State, as a Commissioner-Designate. This latest appointment was announced in a statement issued by the […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to rid the state of criminal elements and create a secure environment that allows farmers and residents to carry out their daily activities without fear. The governor gave this assurance on Friday while inaugurating the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has urged citizens and leaders alike to stay alert, united, and actively involved in protecting the country’s hard-won democratic values as Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day. In a strongly worded message released on June 12, Governor Okpebholo described the annual commemoration not merely as […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for businesses, as part of efforts to attract more local and foreign investments into the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo gave the assurance on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Diverse Autocare Centre Hub and Compressed […]
In preparation for the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Command, has announced the deployment of 1,542 personnel across the state to ensure a secure and peaceful holiday for residents. The announcement was made by the Commandant of the corps in the state, […]
In a move to combat rising criminal activity, the Edo State Government has announced plans to broaden the enforcement of its anti-cultism laws to include individuals engaged in internet fraud, commonly known as “Yahoo boys.” The announcement was made by the State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, […]
The Edo State Government has taken decisive action following a shocking incident of bullying at Igbinedion Secondary School. In response to a viral video depicting a brutal assault on a student, the government has ordered the immediate arrest and prosecution of all students involved, sending a clear message that such […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has urgently called on security agencies to investigate allegations that the acting Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Jarrett Tenebe, issued a death threat to a Facebook user. The alleged threat was directed at Blessing P Agho, who […]
In a move aimed at bolstering youth participation in governance, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has appointed Hon. Christopher Uhuekpeman Udobor Iyase as his Special Adviser on Youth Mobilisation. Iyase officially assumed his duties at the Government House last Friday. Youths from across the state accompanied him, and Rev. […]