Governor Okpepholo didn’t threaten Obi, but only emphasized his obligations, says Governor’s aid
Edo State government has clarified that Governor Monday Okpepholo did not issue any form of threat to Mr. Peter Obi, Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential…
Edo govt reaffirms commitment to healthcare workers’ welfare
BY VIOLET OSATOHANMWEN OBAMWONYI BENIN CITY — The Edo State Government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to the welfare of healthcare professionals, particularly those in the medical laboratory field, as…
NUJ slams Gov Bago over threat to demolish Badeggi FM
… As State council orders Niger Gov to withdraw radio closure order … Says action undermines press freedom The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has issued a scathing condemnation of…
NDLEA arrests dispatch riders distributing illicit drugs in Abuja
Abuja: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested three dispatch riders for distributing illicit substances around the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The agency’s Spokesman, Femi Babafemi disclosed…
Board extends paramilitary recruitment deadline
By Kelechi Ogunleye Abuja: The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) says the new deadline for online application into the various paramilitary agencies is August 11. The announcement…
Okpebholo to probe Obaseki’s 8-yr tenure
… Orders redeployment of security officers over lockout of journalists, supporters from govt house BENIN CITY — Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced plans to establish a Commission…
Pastor arraigned in Benin over rape, birth of illegitimate child
BY MONDAY OISE BENIN CITY — A pastor, identified as Simeon Okehielem, popularly known as “Ebube Wonder” of the Ebube Wonders of Synagogue Prayers Ministry, also called “Healing and Deliverance…
Global gaps in virtual asset regulation aid criminals, Says anti-money laundering expert
An anti-money laundering specialist and certified fraud and cryptocurrency investigator, Mr Joshua Obiama, has raised concerns over regulatory loopholes in the global virtual asset system, warning that such gaps are…
Supreme Court verdict: Gov Okpebholo receives hero’s welcome in Udomi
… Launches special security squad to combat kidnapping, cultism in Edo … Begins overhaul of urban water systems with Ugboha scheme revival UDOMI – Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo,…
Etsako Central LG Chairman visits family of slain farmer, urges Edo govt to reinforce security
BY CASSIUS LAMAI The Chairman of Etsako Central Local Government Area, Hon Cephas Yakubu Muhammed, has paid a condolence visit to the family of Mr Anani Harrison, who was killed…