From Shadows of Terror to Dawn of Safety: Governor Okpebholo’s Bold Assault on Edo’s Insecurity Legacy

Eva OrizuOctober 22, 2025

There was a time, not too long ago, when the mention of Benin City stirred unease. Streets once alive with commerce and culture had become theatres of fear, haunted by the menace of cult clashes, street assassinations, and senseless violence. The air was heavy with tension; lives were being wasted, families shattered, and businesses crippled […]

Insecurity Crackdown: Edo State Government Announces Plans to Regulate Scavengers and Scrap Dealers

Eva OrizuOctober 22, 2025

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged the State Government’s full support to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in its efforts to curb vandalism and regulate scrap and scavenging activities across the State. The Governor made the commitment on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the new NSCDC Commandant, Edo State […]

Edo launches Probe into Obaseki-era projects amid allegations of irregularities

Eva OrizuOctober 21, 2025

The Edo State government has initiated the process of probing the immediate past governor of the state, Godwin Obaseki following a letter to the state House of Assembly on Monday asking it to investigate two ongoing projects he initiated, namely the Radisson Blu Hotel and the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA). In a move […]

‎EDO SPEAKER, LAWMAKERS HONOUR OBA OF BENIN ON BIRTHDAY AND 9TH CORONATION ANNIVERSARY

Eva OrizuOctober 21, 2025

The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Sheriff Agbebaku, today led a delegation of lawmakers to the Palace of the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, CFR, to celebrate the revered monarch on the occasion of his birthday and the 9th anniversary of […]

Defence headquarters dismisses coup report, reaffirms loyalty to Tinubu

Eva OrizuOctober 19, 2025

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and malicious an online report alleging that the cancellation of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an attempted coup. ‎The Director, Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, in a statement on Saturday said the report also made baseless references to the ongoing investigation of 16 […]

We are Ready to Promote all Aspects of Government Activities – Prince Kassim Afegbua

Eva OrizuOctober 18, 2025

The Edo State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, has expressed the Ministry’s readiness to promote all aspects of government activities aimed at showcasing the ‘SHINE’ Agenda of the Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration for the repositioning of the State. The Commissioner made this known during a courtesy visit by the management team of […]

Edo State Road Infrastructure Update: Ongoing and Finished Projects as of August 21, 2025

Eva OrizuOctober 17, 2025

As of August 21, 2025, Edo State under Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration has made significant strides in road development. Aligning with the state’s SHINE agenda for enhanced connectivity, economic growth, and public safety. Drawing from official inspections, executive council approvals, and federal collaborations, this report compiles key ongoing and completed road projects. ■Construction of a […]

My Administration is Committed to Fostering All-Inclusivity Through Sports…. Rt. Hon. Oshionogue

Eva OrizuOctober 17, 2025

The Chairman of Akoko-Edo Local Government Council, Rt. Hon. Alabi Bliss Oshionogue, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering inclusivity through the promotion of sporting activities within the locality. Rt. Hon. Oshionogue made this statement at the Public Field in Igarra, when he attended the opening ceremony of the 2025 Inter-Schools Football Competition, organized by […]

Gov Okpebholo Approves Compulsory Teaching Of Edo Indigenous Languages In Schools

Eva OrizuOctober 16, 2025

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has announced the reintroduction of Edo languages into the school curriculum across Edo State, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to preserving the State’s rich cultural heritage and promoting indigenous knowledge. The Governor made the disclosure during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Esan Okpa Initiative to Government House […]

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