
BENIN CITY – The Edo State Government (EDSG) has given three community youth leaders, known as Okiagheles, a seven-day ultimatum to report to the Special Security Squad, “Operation Flush Out Cultists and Kidnappers,” in the wake of a recent surge in cult-related violence across the state. Innocent Okunozee, Okiaghele of Obazagbon Community and a suspected…

The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday held its ward congresses across the 192 wards of the state, where the leaders emerged on a consensus basis. Addressing the media at the party secretariat in Benin City, the State Chairman of the party, Emperor Jarret Tenebe, flanked by a delegation of…

“Japa Gone Wrong”: Three Men Arrested in Algeria After Attempting to Enter Spain Disguised as Sheep Three men have been arrested in Algeria after allegedly attempting to enter Spain in an unusual disguise that has since gone viral on social media. According to reports, the suspects were trying to cross the border illegally by hiding…

Nigerian music stars Tems and Burna Boy have achieved a historic milestone by becoming the African artists with the highest number of entries on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The record was previously shared with South African rock band Seether, who had seven entries. However, the Nigerian superstars have now surpassed that mark following new…

Nigeria may have lost reggae legend Majek Fashek, but his music continues to speak powerfully to the realities of modern society. Known for blending reggae with deep social commentary, Majek wasn’t just an entertainer — he was a voice of conscience. Years after his passing, many of his songs remain strikingly relevant, addressing corruption, poverty,…

The lawmaker representing Edo South Senatorial District, Neda Imasuen, has said that the Nigerian government should not use Lent or Ramadan as a basis for election schedule. Imasuen stated this on Tuesday in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’. He was reacting to the controversy surrounding the 2027 general elections schedule released by the…

The reaction of law enforcement agencies and the government to the recent protest in Ekpoma, Edo State, against incessant kidnappings in the town and its environs is negative and raises a question. The authorities appear to be in denial of the criminal activities that have frustrated the residents and put them in perpetual fear. This…

There was panic yesterday at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) following the death of an infant allegedly linked to the ongoing rubella measles vaccination for children under 14. It was gathered that some children were rushed to the hospital shortly after receiving the vaccine, with claims circulating that multiple deaths had been recorded.…