Edo
Man Dies During Edo Cult Ritual, Suspect in Custody
A 32-year-old man, identified as Cosmos Ado has been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in connection with the tragic death of a young man, Prosper Ezekiel, during an alleged cult initiation ceremony in Edo State. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Joel, the incident occurred […]
Okpebholo Predicts End of Opposition in Edo by 2027
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has expressed confidence that the developmental initiatives under his administration will ultimately lead to the collapse of all opposition political parties in the state before the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Uromi at the official flag-off of the campaign for the upcoming by-election in the Edo Central Senatorial District, Governor […]
Hotel Under Construction Collapses, Kills Owner
A tragic building collapse has claimed the life of Mr. Andrew Isesere, the owner of an uncompleted hotel located in Idumoza community, Uromi, within the Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The unfortunate incident occurred on Friday, when the structure, still under construction, suddenly gave way while the owner was reportedly inside […]
26 Cheat Death as Truck Crushes 6 Vehicles on Ikpoba Bridge
A major road accident occurred on the Ikpoba River bridge in Benin City, Edo State, after a truck reportedly suffered a brake failure and crashed into six vehicles. The incident, which caused significant panic among commuters and residents, resulted in six individuals sustaining varying degrees of injuries. Fortunately, no lives were lost. According to eyewitness […]
Operation Flush: Edo Launches Special Squad to Tackle Kidnapping, Cultism
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the establishment of a Special Security Squad designed to combat the escalating threats of kidnapping and cultism across the state. This decisive move is part of the administration’s broader strategy to address the persistent insecurity that has plagued various parts of Edo State. The new security initiative, aptly […]
Wike Hails Supreme Court Ruling on Okpebholo’s Victory
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has applauded the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment that affirmed the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the duly elected Governor of Edo State. He described the verdict as a decisive and final validation of the will of the people, as expressed during the September 2023 gubernatorial […]
BREAKING: Supreme Court Affirms Okpebholo’s Victory as Edo Governor
The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Thursday, July 10, 2025, delivered its final verdict on the protracted legal dispute surrounding the outcome of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo State, affirming Senator Monday Okpebholo as the duly elected governor of the state. A five-member panel of justices, presided over by Justice Mohammed Garba, unanimously dismissed […]
12-Year-Old Boy Drowns on Way to Exam
Tragedy struck in the Uselu community of Egor Local Government Area, Edo State, as a 12-year-old student, Master Nathan Paul Spencer, lost his life after being swept away by floodwaters while on his way to sit for the Middle Basic Assessment Examination. Confirming the heartbreaking incident on Monday, July 7, the Edo State Commissioner for […]
South-South APC Stakeholders Endorse President Tinubu for 2027
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Nigeria’s South-South region have unanimously adopted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the party’s sole presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The resolution was reached during a high-level meeting held on Saturday. The political leaders also endorsed incumbent APC governors from the region—namely those of Akwa Ibom, […]
Edo Confirms Dengue Fever Outbreak, Records 86 Cases
The Edo State Government has confirmed an outbreak of Dengue Fever, with 86 reported cases identified across multiple local government areas. The alarming revelation was made on Friday by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, during a press briefing in Benin City. According to Dr. Oshiomhole, the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo is deeply […]