Operatives of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) have successfully rescued 59-year-old farmer Aminu Yusuf from a kidnapping ordeal in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Yusuf was abducted while en route to his farm in Iddo, Okpella community. According to reports, suspected kidnappers made contact with […]
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The Edo State Government has strongly defended its record in office, asserting that tangible progress has been made across key sectors despite opposition criticisms. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kasim Afegbua, made this declaration at a press conference held in Benin City on Wednesday, outlining the administration’s focus on […]
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 […]
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have apprehended four individuals suspected of involvement in cult activities, following a coordinated operation in Uromi. The suspects, Julius Oseyomon (64), Abraham Erumosele Momo (54), Solomon Oboigbe (27), and Fidelis Omale (26), were arrested on March 24, 2026, at approximately 0200hrs. According to […]
The Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, Mike Sado, has publicly addressed recent allegations leveled against him, asserting his unwavering dedication to the development of the Okpella kingdom. In a press briefing held in Benin City on Tuesday, the traditional ruler acknowledged the existence of what he termed “retrogressive forces” attempting to derail […]
In a decisive operation, troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralized a suspected kidnapper and successfully rescued four abducted victims during a nighttime raid in Warake Forest, located in the Auchi area of Etsako West Local Government Area, Edo State. The operation, conducted under the banner of Operation IGBO DANU […]
A 25-year-old man from Bauchi State, identified as Umar Abdullahi, is in police custody after being apprehended by operatives of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) for allegedly possessing a firearm. The arrest occurred at approximately 2:00 AM at Akara Junction in the Aduwawa area of Ikpoba Okha Local Government […]
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, […]
In a significant crackdown on kidnapping activities, the Edo State Police Command announced the arrest of 113 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated operation conducted on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The raid, which took place at approximately 3:00 AM, targeted “Zangos” in Agbede and Iruekpen, areas suspected of being used as […]
In a decisive move against rising cult activity, the Edo State Government has demolished a building in Amagba, Oredo Local Government Area, linked to the Aye confraternity. The action follows the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement in recent cult-related killings in the state. Dr. Patrick Ebojele, Chief Press […]