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BENIN CITY: The Edo State Ministry of Power has inspected two operational solar mini-grids as part of efforts to strengthen sustainable and decentralised energy delivery across the state. The inspection team, led by the Commissioner for Power, Hon. Paul Ehigie Usenbo, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Engr (Dr) Uyiekpen O. Stephen, assessed facilities at Iguemokhua and…
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Benin City: The Governing Council of the University of Benin has inaugurated a Trust Development Fund to diversify revenue and secure long-term sustainability. Pro-Chancellor and Council Chairman, Shuaib Umaru, described the initiative as a “historic milestone” aligned with efforts to reposition Nigerian universities for resilience and global relevance. “Today, UNIBEN has made history. The principal…
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Benin – The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) has attributed the worsening electricity supply across its franchise states, including Edo, to reduced power allocation from the national grid. The company’s spokesperson, Mrs Evelyn Gbiwen, who said this in a statement on Thursday in Benin, noted that the outages and load shedding were beyond the control…
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Oba Market remains the largest and busiest commercial hub in Edo State, and its electronics section is the number one destination for phones, laptops, accessories, and repairs. The market hosts hundreds of gadget sellers ranging from wholesalers to retail dealers. You’ll also find several modern plazas around the area dedicated to electronics. Notable gadget centers…
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Edo State has produced some of Nigeria’s most successful athletes, particularly in football, with several stars earning millions of dollars through club salaries, endorsements, and investments abroad. As of 2026, these sportsmen are among the richest personalities with Edo roots, based on estimated net worth, career earnings, and commercial influence. Below is a breakdown of…
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The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has read riot act to construction firms, government contractors and other stakeholders over the rising cases of destruction to fibre-optical cable infrastructure in the State. Akintayo Saidi Ayinla, State Commandant of the Agency also warned utility providers, saying the fibre-optical cables are…
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commissioned a five-kilometre network of internal roads at Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, a project facilitated by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The governor described the initiative as a strategic investment in education, campus mobility, and regional development. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Okpebholo praised the NDDC…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission is gearing up for a pivotal weekend that will serve as the inaugural trial run of Nigeria’s freshly minted electoral framework. On Saturday, INEC will simultaneously manage Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory and critical bye-elections in Rivers and Kano states — all under the newly signed Electoral…
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“The Story About A Stranger R@ping Me Is Not True. I Have Panic Attack” — Mirabel Confesses. Mirabel has confessed over a phone call with Verydarkman that her earlier claim about being raped by a stranger is not true. She said, “The story about a stranger raping me isn’t true. On a normal day, I…
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Edo Government says it has demolished a building in Amagba, Oredo Local Government Area, where two members of the Aye confraternity were arrested in connection with recent cult killings in the state. This is contained in a statement by Dr Patrick Ebojele, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor, on Thursday in Benin. Ebojele said that…