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The deputy governor of Edo state, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, has appealed to the federal government to, as a matter of urgency, wade into the land dispute between Edo and its neighboring Delta state. The deputy governor appealed when he led a delegation comprising officials of the state government and members of the Edo State Boundary…
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The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) has moved to clear the air on what it described as widespread misconceptions about its mission, collections, and activities within Benin City’s cultural landscape. In a statement made available to Saturday Independent, the museum stressed that it holds His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare…
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The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has arrested five persons alleged to be impersonating members of the Corps in Benin City. The suspects were alleged to have been extorting money from motorists and traders on the pretext of being members of the Corps. The Corps’s Deputy Commander of Operations, Richard Balogun, said the suspects were…
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Sundays in Edo State are made for rest, good food, and refreshing destinations that help you unwind before the new week begins. Whether you’re in Benin City, Auchi, Ekpoma, or Uromi, Edo offers a blend of nature, culture, and peaceful hideouts perfect for a relaxing Sunday afternoon. From parks to resorts, waterfalls, and iconic hangout…
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Sundays in Edo State are more than just a day of rest — they are a celebration of family, heritage, and delicious traditional foods passed down through generations. Across Benin City, Ekpoma, Auchi, Uromi, and other Edo communities, certain meals have become almost “Sunday signatures,” filling homes with aroma, culture, and identity. From hearty soups…
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A yet-to-be-identified 12-year-old boy has been found dead after being suspected of drowning in the Ikpoba River in Benin City, Edo State. The Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Police Command, Moses Yamu disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday, November 21, 2025. Yamu said the operatives of the New…
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In a determined effort to combat drug and substance abuse among students and youth in Edo State, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in partnership with the JOBELLE Crescent Global Services Ltd foundation, has organised a sensitisation rally through the streets of Edo State, in commemoration of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit…
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Water nor suppose be luxury — but in Ekpoma, Edo State, it has become a daily hustle for thousands of residents. From waking up as early as 4am to join long queues with jerrycans, to buying water like fuel from private vendors, the struggle for clean water is as real as it gets. For a…
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The Iyowa community in Edo State has been thrown into unrest as residents stormed the streets today to protest the rising wave of kidnappings terrorizing the area. The agitation follows two shocking incidents within just 48 hours — a husband and wife abducted two days ago, and another resident kidnapped yesterday, further heightening fear and…
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The Edo State Police Command says it has arrested a 24-year-old content creator identified as Osarobo Omoyemen, for allegedly sharing content on Tiktok capable of “inciting hostility against the police and triggering unnecessary tension within the state.” In a statement made available to newsmen in Benin on Saturday, the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Moses…