Obaseki Mourns Passing of Elder Statesman Chief E.K Clark
The immediate past Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has mourned the passing of elder statesman, political titan and leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Chief (Dr.) E. K. Clark, who died at the age of 97. Obaseki, in a statement, said he cherishes the very closely-knit personal relationship […]
Fear Grips Residents As Lassa Fever Kill 13 Persons In Edo
…As Ministry Begins Contact Tracing Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Fear has gripped the residents of Edo State following the recent outbreak of Lassa fever that has left 13 persons dead in the state. Stephenson Ojeifo, Director of Public Health at the State Ministry of Health, gave the update on the number of deaths during an interview […]
Obaseki Dismisses Allegations of N96bn Council Fraud as Okpebholo’s Smear Campaign
The immediate past Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has rejected the allegations of mismanaging N96 billion in local government funds, calling it a desperate attempt by his successor, Governor Monday Okpebholo, to justify his “unconstitutional onslaught” on local government chairmen. Obaseki’s response came after an administrative panel of inquiry, set up by […]
Benin Royal Family Member Accuses Okpebholo of Intimidation, Vows to Pursue Justice
Semi Eriyo Sr, a member of the Benin Royal Family, has accused the Edo State Government of sponsoring an attack on him and his family following a petition he filed against one Pastor Kassy over alleged threats to his life and that of his family. In a statement released on February 15, 2025, Eriyo […]
Breaking Political Chains: The Unwavering Call for Esan State — By Darlington Okpebholo Ray
The agitation for the creation of Esan State is not a whimsical desire but a demand firmly rooted in historical significance, political expediency, and the undeniable need for equitable statehood in Nigeria’s federative structure. The Esan people, one of Nigeria’s most prominent ethnic nationalities, have for decades contributed immeasurably to the political, economic, and intellectual […]
Police Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has announced the successful rescue of Osazee Okungbowa, who was abducted from his home in the Power Line area of Owanoba Community last Friday. According to a statement released on Sunday by Moses Yamu, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, “On 08/02/2025 at about 17:00hrs, operatives of Ologbo division successfully […]
Police Arrest Suspected Cultist for Attempted Murder After Gunfire in Benin City
The Edo State Police Command have arrested Kelly Osayawe, a 25-year-old suspected member of the Vikings cult group, for attempted murder In a shocking incident at a burial ceremony in Benin City, Edo State. Osayawe was allegedly invited by his fellow cultist, Nice, to attend his mother’s burial at Old Road, Aduwawa. During the […]
Stolen Car Recovered After Police Chase in Edo
In a swift response to crime, the Edo State Police Command has successfully recovered a Silver Toyota Yaris, registered as BEN 535 DR, which was stolen at gunpoint. The incident was reported on February 6, 2025, at approximately 2:00 PM from Upper Mission Extension. According to an official statement, “Operatives of the Okuaihe Division […]
Weep Not Edo, Behold Joy Is Coming — By Daniel A. Noah
“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning”. — Psalm 30:5 9th day of December, 2024, I wrote and posted an exegesis of the Asue Ighodalo petition and the defence INEC filed. The conclusion was that INEC had no defence or that the defence was tepid and of no moment. It […]
Oba of Benin Announces Funeral Rites for Late Mum 49 Years After Death
By Joseph Ehizojie The Benin Traditional Council has officially announced the funeral rites for the late Iyoba Omo N’Ikuiyemwen, Iyoba Ewuare II, the beloved mother of His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, the Oba of Benin. According to the announcement signed by the Secretary to the Benin […]