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, […]
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In a series of coordinated operations across Edo North and Central senatorial districts, troops from the 4 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have apprehended 12 individuals suspected of involvement in kidnapping activities. The operations, which commenced on May 12, 2026, targeted known hideouts and suspected supply routes in the Owan […]
While expressing gratitude for the resumption of farm input distribution by the Edo State government, the All Farmers’ Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Edo Chapter, has emphasized that young farmers in the state require more comprehensive support to thrive. According to AFAN, access to funding, modern infrastructure, and mechanized equipment are […]
A palpable tension filled the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC–Edo North) engaged in a heated exchange over recent amendments to the Senate’s standing rules. The core of the dispute centers around eligibility requirements for presiding and principal officers of the upper […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo Command, has intensified its efforts to curb drug abuse by mobilizing patent medicine vendors as crucial frontline defenders against the growing menace. This strategic move aims to strengthen community-level healthcare safeguards and address regulatory gaps in the distribution of pharmaceuticals. Dr. Mitchell […]
The Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), Edo Command, has completed the second phase of its orientation and training program, designed to enhance the operational effectiveness of its officers and men. The training, held on Tuesday in Benin City, saw participation from senior officers across the state command, highlighting the initiative’s […]
The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) Plc has voiced serious concerns regarding the steep decline in power generation from Nigeria’s national grid, a development the company says is significantly hampering its operations, impacting customer satisfaction, and eroding revenue collection. Mr. Ogunleye Akinleye, Chief Commercial Officer of BEDC, addressing journalists in […]
Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, the National Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Governor of Edo State, has voiced strong doubts regarding the likelihood of police apprehending the perpetrators behind recent attacks on the party’s Secretariat and his personal residence in Benin City. The attacks, which occurred on Tuesday, […]
The Edo State Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) is joining forces with the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS) in a strategic collaboration designed to deepen public understanding of health regulations and foster greater compliance throughout Edo State. Dr. Adesuwa Urhoghide, Chief Executive Officer of EDOHERMA, initiated the partnership during a […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has emphasized the unique spiritual opportunity presented by the convergence of Ramadan and Lent, urging Nigerians to leverage this sacred time for intense prayer and national rejuvenation. In a press statement released on Wednesday, Governor Okpebholo highlighted that the alignment of the Islamic holy month […]