Category: News
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In a new twist to the growing political drama within the Edo diaspora community, popular media personality Double Chief has stirred controversy following his arrival in Manchester, United Kingdom, where he delivered a bold message reportedly targeted at Albert Obazee and former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki. The statement, first circulating on social media via…
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Across Africa, a handful of African countries stand out for consistently achieving high electricity access rates. These countries are united by a mix of committed infrastructure investment, diversified energy sources (often including gas or renewables), and policies that prioritize national grid connection. While access rate is a useful proxy for stable supply, it’s essential to…
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of a visually-challenged lawyer, Ms. Kindness Ikponwonsa Idahosa, as a Law Officer in the Ministry of Justice — a move that underscores his administration’s commitment to inclusion, equal opportunity and genuine empowerment of persons with disabilities. Okpebholo said the appointment is a clear message that…
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The ongoing controversy surrounding Harrison has continued to spark conversations online, and now, President Z04 has issued a bold and emotional statement addressing the situation. In a message shared via Tt: @presidentz04, he expressed frustration over public assumptions and urged people to verify facts before making comments on issues they know little or nothing about.…
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The family of 18-year-old Aisosa is celebrating with deep relief and gratitude after the young man safely returned home following a frightening kidnapping incident in Ekpoma, Edo State. According to reports shared by Tt: @dreal_harmony, Aisosa was abducted alongside three other young occupants in their hostel in the university community of Ekpoma. The incident, which…
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The Okomu National Park in Edo, on Monday, said that a baby elephant, which was rescued from an oil palm plantation on November 30, was undergoing rehabilitation. Conservator of the park, Mr Osaze Lawrence, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the park in Ovia South West Local Government…
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The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of ASP Eno Nkereuwem Ikoedem, as Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Police Command. This was contained in a statement on Monday by the Admin Officer of the Command, ASP Emmanuel Nyokema. Ikoedem who hails from Akwa Ibom State, is the first female PRO…
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A suspected kidnapper identified as Ibrahim Mohammed has been arrested by operatives of the Edo State Security Corps, ESSC, while allegedly delivering a firearm to his colleagues in the state. DAILY POST reports that the suspect, who hails from Borno State, was arrested by the operatives within the Oluku bypass area in Benin City. Richard…
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The Edo State Police Command has arrested seven suspected criminals allegedly in possession of assorted rifles. The Command also apprehended a suspect found with arms, ammunition, charms, and other dangerous weapons. DAILY POST reports that this was disclosed in a statement by Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, made available to newsmen…
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Mrs. Juliet Enabulele-Asein, a reporter with the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS) who says she was assaulted by Kelly Okungbowa (popularly known as “Ebo Stone”), has accused officials of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, of conducting a “ceremonial” meeting with the accused without her presence — and without her consent. “To my…