Police Evacuate Foreign Guests as Protesters Disrupt MOWAA’s Opening in Benin City

Eva OrizuNovember 10, 2025

The planned opening of the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City, Edo State, ended in chaos on Sunday when protesters stormed a preview event, forcing police to evacuate foreign guests and dignitaries. Eyewitnesses said dozens of angry youths chanting traditional songs forced their way into the MOWAA premises, destroying property and ordering […]

Senator Ndume congratulates Revd Mohzo on re-election as COCIN President, charges him to promote harmony among people

Eva OrizuNovember 10, 2025

Ex-Senate Leader, Ali Ndume has congratulated Rev Dr Amos Musa Mohzo, on his re-election as the President of the Church Of Christ In Nations (COCIN). Rev Dr Amos Musa Mohzo, who emerged as President of the association in 2021, was re-elected last week to serve a fresh mandate of four years.Senator Ndume who incidentally is […]

GOV OKPEBHOLO LEADS CABINET, APC LEADERS TO THANKSGIVING MASS, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SECURITY, DEVELOPMENT

Eva OrizuNovember 9, 2025

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Sunday led members of the State Executive Council and top leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Auchi Diocese, for a thanksgiving service marking his one year in office. Speaking during the service, Governor Okpebholo expressed profound gratitude to God for His grace […]

Teenager Murders Abducted 12-year-old Cousin For Money Ritual After Collecting Ransom

Eva OrizuNovember 9, 2025

A teenager, Tega Emajuwa, and two of his accomplices have been arraigned for the murder of his 12-year-old cousin, Emiliano Egwunbare, for alleged money ritual. Emajuwa, 18, and two of his friends, Edugie Destiny, aged 20, and Osayande Vincent, aged 23, kidnapped Egwunbare at Obagie Community, Egor local government area of Edo State. Sources say […]

Edo To Commence Production Of Essential Drugs

Eva OrizuNovember 7, 2025

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has expressed the commitment of the state government to embark on the production of essential drugs from 2026 in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu. The governor stated this during an inspection of the Central Medical Stores, presently under the supervision of the Edo State Drugs […]

MOWAA CONTROVERSY OVER – OKPEBHOLO AS OBA OF BENIN VISITS GOVERNMENT HOUSE

Eva OrizuNovember 7, 2025

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has declared an end to the long-drawn controversy surrounding the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA), affirming that the project will be restored to its original and rightful purpose; a cultural edifice envisioned to honour the heritage of the Benin Kingdom. The Governor made the declaration on Friday when […]

Governor Okpebholo hails Tinubu’s economic reforms as vital for Nigeria’s progress.

Eva OrizuNovember 2, 2025

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his courageous economic reforms, forward-thinking policies, and transformative development initiatives, describing them as key drivers reshaping governance and accelerating Nigeria’s progress. Governor Okpebholo noted that the Federal Government’s support to States has provided resources for meaningful developmental projects. He referenced in the […]

Trump warns Nigeria: End the violence or risk US military intervention.

Eva OrizuNovember 2, 2025

The United States President, Donald Trump, has threatened to deploy military forces in Nigeria if the alleged genocide against Christians is not stopped in the country. Trump, in a post on his Truth Social platform on Saturday, directed the Department of War to prepare for “possible action” if the killings continued. The US President also threatened […]

Davido declares his love for wife Chioma is eternal: “Today, tomorrow, and always.”

Eva OrizuNovember 2, 2025

Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke Davido has once again proven that romance is alive and thriving as he penned a heartfelt note and sent a bouquet of flowers to his wife, Chioma Adeleke. Taking to his Instagram story on Saturday, the singer shared a photo of the bouquet alongside a touching message that read, “I want […]

Tinubu Set for High-Stakes White House Talks with Trump on Nigeria’s Escalating Religious Violence

Eva OrizuNovember 2, 2025

Washington, D.C. — In a move underscoring deepening U.S.-Nigeria ties amid global concerns over faith-based atrocities, President Bola Tinubu is slated to engage in direct dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump this week, focusing on the purported systematic targeting of Christians in Nigeria, sources close to the presidency confirmed Saturday. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to […]

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