Gov Radda Inducts 1,020 New Health Workers, Releases Over ₦3 Billion for Nutrition Programmes
The induction ceremony took place at the Local Government Service Commission Conference Hall, where the governor personally welcomed the new recruits into the state civil service. These health workers will be deployed across Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) to strengthen grassroots healthcare delivery.
VIDEO: Arik Air Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Benin After Mid-Air Engine Failure
All 80 passengers and crew members were safely evacuated with no injuries recorded, while arrangements were made to transport passengers to their final destination. The airline apologised for the disruption, stressing that passenger safety remains its top priority.
‘Tinubu Welcome Anytime’: Abia Deputy Gov Emetu Opens Labour Party Doors to President Ahead of 2027 Polls
The Deputy Governor of Abia State, Ikechukwu Emetu, has extended an open invitation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to join the Labour Party (LP), declaring the opposition party inclusive and ready to welcome anyone including the sitting President on or before the 2027 general elections.
JOHESU Threatens Fresh Nationwide Strike if Salary Demands Remain Unmet
The threat comes shortly after JOHESU suspended its prolonged nationwide strike, which commenced on November 15, 2025, and was called off on February 6, 2026, following appeals from the government and internal congresses held by members across units and branches.
NDLEA, Army Bust Drug Hideouts in Edo, Seize 11,297 Tramadol Capsules, Others from Medicine Store, Supermarket Owners
Recovered exhibits include, 11,297 capsules of tramadol, 400 tablets of diazepam, 108 tablets of Swinol, 22 tablets of Danabol (Molly), 3.685kg of cannabis, 181 grammes of Loud, 7 grammes of methamphetamine and 10 bottles of codeine cough syrup.
‘Life Is Worse Now Than Under Buhari’ – Amaechi Laments
Amaechi made the remarks on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, while addressing participants at the ongoing “Occupy the National Assembly” protest in Abuja. The youth-led demonstration, now in its second day, demands real-time electronic transmission of election results as part of broader electoral reforms, following the Senate’s rejection of the proposal.
Edo IRS Extends PAYE Filing Deadline By Two Weeks
The Head of Corporate Communications of EIRS stressed that the agency has warned that sanctions will be strictly enforced against defaulting employers in line with Sections 127 and 101 of the NTAA.
R-E-V-E-A-L-E-D: How Suspected Abductors of Edo Doctor, Brother Were Arrested
Both suspects have also been identified as part of the gang that abducted Dr. Babatunde on 02/01/2026. Idris Abubakar was identified as the particular person who received ransom money for the release of Dr. Abu.
Hon Charles Idahosa The Audacious Odyssey — By Dr Peter Uwaibi Esq
Your sheer strength of determined, rugged heroism, is evidenced in your numerous accomplishments.
Your rectitude is hallowed in the shock and sadness the entire nation felt at the news of your unexpected, untimely passing.
2027 Election: Results Transmission and the Rise and Rise of Populism in Nigeria — By Elempe Dele
Anyone who has ever worked with the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in recent election after the introduction of the BVAS and the IReV will easily tell you the challenges they face in uploading results to the portal real-time time in some areas.