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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the Ayuele Clan Progressive Association, has intensified efforts to combat drug abuse and cultism in Edo State with a one-day symposium attended by students from twelve secondary schools in the State. The symposium featured a presentation by the Edo State NDLEA Commander, Dr. Mitchell Ofoyeju,…
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BENIN CITY: In a bold move to strengthen food security and boost agricultural productivity, the Edo State Government has commenced the deployment of newly procured bulldozers to Ekpoma under the second phase of the ‘Back to Farm’ Initiative of Project SHINE. Also, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Dr Jerry Uwangue, has urged…
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The Confederation of African football has imposed heavy sanctions on the football federations, several players and officials of Morocco and Senegal following incidents that marred the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In a statement released on its website, CAF revealed the sanctions were imposed for multiple violations of the its Disciplinary…
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World football governing body FIFA has reportedly clarified its position on the controversy that trailed the chaotic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) prepares to announce its disciplinary verdict on Senegal. The AFCON 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco descended into disorder following a controversial late penalty…
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President Bola Tinubu said Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to a clear pathway to a five-billion-dollar trade volume. The President disclosed this on Tuesday via his official X handle in an update on his ongoing State Visit to Ankara, Türkiye. The Nigerian President said discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan focused on deepening bilateral…
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Africa’s digital ecosystem has witnessed a dramatic transformation within a matter of days, as live streaming evolved from a fringe pastime into a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar industry. What was once dominated by a small circle of gaming enthusiasts in South Africa has been reshaped by a surge from West Africa, triggered by the arrival and influence…
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Abuja – The Eko Electricity Distribution Company(EKEDC) has notified its customers that there was a system collapse at about 10.48am Tuesday morning. The company said this in a notice to its customers on Tuesday on its official X handle. It said: ”Dear Valued Customer, kindly be informed that there was a system collapse at 10.48am…
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Residents of Erah Community in Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State have appealed to Governor Monday Okpebholo to urgently intervene in the worsening insecurity caused by criminal gangs operating from the Erah forest. The call was made by the traditional ruler of the community, HRH Chief Braimah Osumah Aigboje, the Odale of Erah,…
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Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced an upward adjustment in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) otherwise known as petrol with MRS Oil Nigeria Plc retail outlets now selling petrol at N839 per litre nationwide. The adjustment follows the conclusion of a temporary festive price support intervention introduced by the Refinery to cushion Nigerians during…
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… Assures fairness as Edo, others stake claim to 13% derivation ABUJA: Edo State is set to gain clarity on its oil and gas entitlements as the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has vowed to apply fairness, equity and justice in resolving long-standing disputes over the location of oil and gas wells affecting…