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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned what it called a daylight attack, stripping, and dehumanising humiliation of Dr. Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki, a cousin of former Governor Godwin Obaseki, by a mob. The Publicity Secretary of the party in Edo, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, Esq. in a statement Sunday night, linked the attack on Pedro Obaseki at…
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Amnesty International has condemned the attack on a renowned Nigerian filmmaker, Don Pedro Obaseki, in Benin City, Edo State, saying it is barbaric and unlawful, while calling for an investigation by the police. Obaseki, as captured in a viral video was attacked and stripped on Sunday by thugs at Uwa Primary School, where he went…
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Dr Pedro Obaseki, a respected journalist and former Managing Director of DAAR Communications, was said to have been attacked at Uwa Primary School, where he allegedly suffered physical assault, intimidation and torture before being forcefully taken away. Footage that has since gone viral on social media appears to show armed men escorting a visibly brutalised…
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Senior Special Assistant to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, Collins Aghahowa, has weighed in on the growing controversy surrounding comments and actions perceived as disrespectful to the Benin Palace, describing the situation as an internal conflict that has now escalated into a serious cultural and political confrontation. In a strongly worded statement circulating online, Aghahowa…
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Renowned Nigerian journalist and public affairs commentator Rufai Oseni has expressed deep concern over the state of politics in Edo, describing it as a “cesspool of political toxicity” following reports of mob action linked to political tensions in the state. Oseni made the remarks while reacting to recent developments circulating online, where groups allegedly engaged…
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World-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident today in Makun, Ogun State. Eyewitnesses report that the incident occurred along a busy highway of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The vehicle carrying Joshua reportedly collided with another car under circumstances that are still being investigated. An eyewitness who reached out , who was also part…
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Victim narrates ordeal, says he was stripped naked, beaten by thugs Palace chief: We don’t want any disturbance, If anyone considers himself an enemy of the Oba, leave him Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja and Felix Omoh-Asun in Benin A former Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, yesterday condemned what he described as the violent attack and abduction of his cousin,…
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UROMI – The 2025 Annual Secondary Schools Football Tournament organised by the Uromi Like Minds Initiative (ULMI) ended with Buddy Group of Schools emerging champions after defeating defending title holders, Agba Grammar School, 4–1 on penalties following a 1–1 draw at regulation time. The thrilling final, played at the main bowl of the Esan North…
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has called for deeper collaboration between Edo State and Italy, describing cultural exchange as a strong platform for economic growth, mutual understanding, and sustainable development. The governor made the call during a courtesy visit by the Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Italy in Abuja, Mr. Iacopo…
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A festive family reunion in Oben Village, Edo State, ended in tragedy as a young man, identified as Didi, was reportedly killed by his childhood friend during the Christmas celebrations. According to reports, Didi had returned from abroad to spend the holidays with his family when he was allegedly lured into a bush by his…