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The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Edo State branch, has congratulated the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, on his birthday and ninth coronation anniversary, commending his commitment to healthcare, peace, development, and the preservation of cultural heritage in Edo State. In a statement signed by the branch chairman, Dr. Eustace Oseghale,…
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For his sterling performance and zeal to reposition education in Edo State in line with the focus of his boss, Governor Monday Okpebholo, the Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Paddy Iyamu, has been honoured with the award of a Fellow of the Centre for African Research on Enterprise and Economic Development at the…
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Leaders of the All Progressives Congress in Auchi community, Etsako West Local Government have presented Hon Abubakar Igbei as its consensus candidate for next year’s local government elections in Edo State. The Edo APC primaries for local councils’ election have been scheduled for November 2025. A leader of the APC in Auchi , Chief Jim…
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The recent attempt to romanticize the so-called “re-enactment of Obaseki’s education reforms” is not only misleading but also a desperate attempt to whitewash the failures of an administration that left behind a trail of disillusionment, deceit, and betrayal among Edo teachers. The ongoing narrative, deliberately sponsored and amplified by a few individuals nostalgic about the past government,…
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For years, Upper Sakponba, one of the busiest corridors in Benin City, Edo State, has been at the center of violent cult clashes that have claimed dozens of lives, displaced families, and shattered the once vibrant community’s peace. Once known for its bustling markets and thriving motor parks, Upper Sakponba has gradually turned into one…
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1. Upper Sakponba Road Upper Sakponba is often cited as one of the most notorious areas in Benin City. It’s infamous for gang activities, cult clashes, and frequent robberies. The road is densely populated, with numerous markets and residential areas, making it a hotspot for criminal activities. Travelers and locals are advised to remain vigilant,…
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The Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Edo State Office, Mrs. Mercy Babawale has declared that the commission’s tree-planting awareness campaign programme was a demonstration of the long-term commitment to environmental protection and ecosystem preservation. According to her, It is also aimed at promoting environmental consciousness among the young ones, including pupils and…
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The Edo State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has extended free medical services to journalists across the state, emphasizing the organization’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the wellbeing of media practitioners. This initiative forms part of the activities marking the opening ceremony of the Edo NMA’s 2025 Physicians’ Week, a week-long…
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Tragic Accident Claims Two Lives in Edo State At least two people have died and four others sustained injuries in a road accident that occurred at Ovia River on the Iguabazua-Benin Road in Ovia South East Local Government Area of Edo State. The incident reportedly involved a tipper truck loaded with gravel, heading towards Benin…
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Irrua Monarch and Chiefs Applaud ACCIOBA’s N3 Billion Transformation of Annunciation Catholic College The Ogirrua of Irrua Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Alhaji W.O. Momodu II, JP, CON, alongside his Traditional Council of Chiefs, has publicly commended the Annunciation Catholic College Irrua Old Boys Association (ACCIOBA) for their monumental investment and rebuilding of Annunciation Catholic College…