2027 Is Coming; And So Is Nigeria’s Old Looting Playbook
As the 2027 general elections approaches, Nigerians mush know it did not stumble into decline; it was marched there by policy choices, political indifference, and a decade of squandered opportunity. When the All Progressives Congress (APC) assumed power after the…
Egor LG Marks Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Honours Fallen Heroes
Orobosa Victor The Egor Local Government Council on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, commemorated the Armed Forces Remembrance Day with a solemn ceremony at the Council Secretariat, paying tribute to the courage, patriotism and sacrifices of Nigeria’s fallen heroes. The event…
NIPR Edo Calls for Stronger Governance, Security, Inclusive Growth in 2026
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Edo State Chapter, has called for strengthened governance, sustained security efforts, and inclusive development as Edo State begins the 2026 calendar year. In a New Year statement, the Chairman of the Institute, Dr…
Edo Govt Demolishes Kidnappers’ Hideouts Along Okpella–Okene Expressway
The Edo State Government has demolished illegal structures and shanties identified as hideouts for suspected kidnappers along the Okpella–Okene Expressway, as part of sustained efforts to curb crime and improve security across the state and its border communities. The affected…
SSG Ikhilor Calls on Media to Support Govt Policies, Assures Better Welfare
The Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., has called on members of the media to continue to support government policies and programmes through objective, professional and balanced reportage, describing them as critical stakeholders in governance….
TROOPS OF OPERATION HADIN KAI THWART ISWAP ATTACK ON FOB MAIRARI, DESTROY VBIEDs AND TERRORIST LOGISTICS
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on a Forward Operating Base (FOB) at Mairari, dealing a significant blow to the group’s operational capability in the area….
Okpebholo Celebrates Cardinal Okogie at 59 Years of Priesthood
Benin City- The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated His Eminence, Anthony Olubunmi Cardinal Okogie, on his 59th anniversary in the Catholic priesthood, describing him as one of Nigeria’s most respected moral voices and a symbol of courage,…
OKPEBHOLO APPROVES NEW APPOINTMENTS, NAMES OROBOSA OMO-OJO GENERAL MANAGER, BENDEL NEWSPAPER CORPORATION
Benin City— The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of several new aides and heads of government agencies as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and service delivery in the state. In a government statement…
Egor LGA Chairman Inspects Schools, Vows Infrastructure Upgrade
Surely – In a renewed drive to enhance the quality of education and improve the learning environment in Egor Local Government Area, the Executive Chairman, Hon. Osaro Osa Eribo, on Tuesday undertook an inspection tour of selected public primary schools…
EGOR CHAIRMAN HONOURS OBA EWUARE II ON BIRTHDAY AND 9TH CORONATION ANNIVERSARY
The Chairman of Egor Local Government Council, Hon. Osaro Osa Eribo, has felicitated His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin Kingdom, on the occasion of his birthday and 9th coronation anniversary. In a…