NDDC leads anti-drug abuse campaign to Benin streets
BENIN CITY – The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) on Thursday led an anti-drug and substance abuse campaign across major streets in Benin City, warning youths to shun narcotics and…
CISLAC calls for implementation of Edo Child Rights Law in rural communities
BENIN CITY – The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called for the effective implementation of the Edo Child Rights Law, particularly in rural communities where children remain most…
NIM lauds FG’s mandatory nationwide academic credential verification exercise
LAGOS – The Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) (NIM) has commended the Federal Government’s decision to commence mandatory nationwide verification of academic credentials to ensure the authenticity and traceability of…
Okpebholo, Ize-Iyamu, others grace Nigerian association of orthodontics conference in Edo
BENIN CITY – Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday attended the 19th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigerian Association of Orthodontics, with a call…
Tinubu ends career stagnation in paramilitary services – Minister
ABUJA – The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo says that President Bola Tinubu has ended decades of career stagnation in the nation’s paramilitary services with reforms that prioritised merit,…
Nollywood historical film “Osamede” hits cinemas on Oct 17
ABUJA – “Osamede,” a historical epic film, is set for cinema release nationwide on October 17. Ivie Okujaye , ace filmmaker and actress made the announcement in a post on…
Think-tank welcomes CBN’s decision to ease monetary policy rate
ABUJA – The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has endorsed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) decision to cut the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27 per cent, describing…
Health practitioners warn parents on dangers of excessive screen time in children
BENIN CITY – Health practitioners have urged parents to adhere strictly to approved screen time guidelines for children to prevent vision problems and other harmful health effects. Speaking at the…
FGM a harmful violation of girls’ rights – UNICEF
BENIN CITY – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has restated that Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains a grave violation of the rights of girls and women, calling for stronger…
Ex-Edo PRP Governorship Candidate Congratulates AAU New VC
By Ehichioya Steve Odion Former Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Presidential Aspirant in 2023 general elections and the only female candidate in the 2024 Edo Governorship election, Patience Ndidi Ofure Key…