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he police command in Edo State said it has identified all individuals directly connected to the school bullying incident and has arrested those implicated. In a statement on Saturday by its spokeswoman, Eno Ikoedem, the command disclosed that all implicated persons would be charged to the state’s Family Court in line with extant laws. “The…
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One year after the killing of 16 hunters in Uromi community of Edo State, Kano State Government has redeemed its pledge to families of victims and survivors of the deadly attack, providing cash assistance and food items to those affected. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, disclosed this during a visit…
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The Edo State Government has reiterated its commitment to return the disputed land to the indigenous owners of Oke Oroma community in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of the State, on completion of the layout process. Commissioner for Land and Housing, Hon. Vincent Uwadia, gave the assurance when he led an inspection team to monitor…
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Akiotu, who also serves as chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Edo State, is under investigation alongside the Director of Finance, Ohiafi Kehinde Andrew; the Head of Department, Budget, Planning and Statistics, Otairu Gospel; and the Director of Administration and General Services, Ahonsi Charles. The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU)…
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Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has assured Edo people that, through the SHINE Agenda, his administration will drive sustainable development in critical sectors and infrastructure for the overall growth and well-being of the people. The governor gave the assurance when he received Muslim faithful who were at Government House to pay Sallah homage. Represented by…
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A former presidential aspirant and Edo State governorship candidate, Patience Ndidi Ofure Key, has criticised remarks attributed to Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, over an alleged promise to “deliver 2.5 million votes” for the President in the 2027 general election. Ofure Key described the comment as undemocratic and disrespectful to the people of Edo, insisting…
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former Edo governorship candidate, Patience Ofure-Key, has advised Governor Monday Okpebholo to prioritise immediate governance and the welfare of the state’s citizens over 2027 electioneering. The 2024 Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) governorship candidate gave the advice in a statement on Thursday in reaction to Mr Okpebholo’s pledge to secure 2.5 million votes for Tinubu in…
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An All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain, Prince Emmanuel Odigie, has clarified his earlier remarks about Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, stating that he never claimed the governor did not attend school Odigie, speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Thursday, explained that his statement was specifically about Okpebholo’s alleged inability to pass the West…
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The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, has called for unity and peace as Muslim faithful celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor described Eid al-Fitr as a profound spiritual milestone that embodies…
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Last week, videos released on social media showed the other side of what is happening behind the walls of Igbinedion Education Centre, Benin City, Edo State, an institution that has built a reputation for excellence. Experts have canvassed immediate action by educators and parents, such as open communication, intervention, and enforcing anti-bullying policies to stop…