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An Edo State man, Segirus Were, who was abducted alongside his pregnant wife, Zainab, has regained his freedom after spending about 60 days in the custody of kidnappers. Were was released by his captors on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, according to reports. A video currently circulating on social media shows him surrounded by individuals believed…
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About 3,000 athletes and officials from nine oil-producing states are expected in Edo for the second edition of the Niger Delta Games, scheduled to hold from Feb. 20 to 27. The multi-sport event, sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), will feature 17 sports. These include football, basketball, boxing, badminton, among others. The event…
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A Magistrates’ Court sitting in Sagamu, Ogun State, has granted bail to Adeniyi Kayode, the driver involved in the road accident that claimed the lives of two aides of former world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua. Kayode was granted bail in the sum of ₦5 million, with two sureties, while the court adjourned the matter…
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The Esan Muslim Community, Benin City, on Sunday, held a colourful turbaning ceremony for its newly appointed Imam, Dr. Suleman Ikhuoriah, marking a significant moment in the religious life of the community. The well-attended ceremony at the community’s mosque, Eyaen, Benin City attracted traditional rulers, Islamic clerics, community leaders, and other dignitaries from across Edo…
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Benin City: The police command in Edo has arrested a 42-year-old mini-bus driver, Osabuohen Igerevba, for allegedly killing his 32 year-old lover, Joy Jerome in Benin. ASP Eno Ikoedem, the command’s Public Relations Officer (PRO) disclosed this to newsmen in Benin on Tuesday. Ikoedem said the incident was reported on Jan. 10, by the Ohen…
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A First Bank PLC customer, Ojo Eghosa Kingsley, has opted to go to prison than to refund the sum of N1.5b mistakenly credited into his account. P.M.EXPRESS reports that the suspect, Kingsley, was arrested by the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over his conduct. Thus, the EFCC charged him…
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BENIN CITY — Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern warning to contractors handling government projects across the state, declaring that future jobs will be awarded strictly on the basis of performance, quality and speed of execution. The governor made the position clear on Tuesday during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting with major…
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Choosing the right secondary school is one of the most important decisions parents make for their children. In Edo State—particularly Benin City and its surrounding communities—several secondary schools have built strong reputations for academic excellence, discipline, moral upbringing and global competitiveness. From faith-based boarding schools to international-style institutions and long-established academic centres, Edo State is…
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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Shaba Ehigiamusoe, has raised alarm over what he described as his systematic disenfranchisement within the party, accusing beneficiaries of the current political structure of enjoying the rewards of efforts they did not contribute to. Ehigiamusoe made the allegation in an open broadcast addressed to…
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Popular Edo-born socialite and businessman, Don Pedro Obaseki, has engaged renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana (SAN), to seek legal redress over his alleged abduction and assault by unidentified individuals. The development was confirmed following reports that Falana has formally taken up the matter, demanding accountability and justice for what…