By Israel Adebiyi The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, CFR, has called on Nigerian governors to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by promoting peace and unity across the country, regardless of political, religious, or ethnic differences. Oba Ewuare II made the appeal on Saturday, June…

By Israel Adebiyi Governors and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South South region have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The endorsement was announced during the APC stakeholders’ interactive session held in Benin City, Edo State, on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The event brought together prominent…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned indigenous electric vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles in Nasarawa State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s transition to sustainable transportation. The event also featured the launch of several legacy infrastructure projects, highlighting the commitment of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s administration to innovation and environmental sustainability. The commissioning signifies the formal…

By Tracy Ohovwore The Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has partnered with the Edo State Youth Parliament to support the girl child in achieving her full potential through an initiative themed, “From Fear to Fierce; Empowering the Girl Child.” The collaboration was highlighted during the Parliament’s engagement with the Ministry at its premises…

By Tracy Ohovwore The Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) has commenced the second round of the National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDs), which began on June 28, 2025, and is scheduled to end on July 3, 2025. The agency announced that this round of the polio vaccination campaign targets children aged 0 to 5…

By Prince Woke The Elele Police Division of the Rivers State Police Command has arrested one Godspower, a member of a vigilante group known as OSPAC, along with his girlfriend and her son, for allegedly beating a man, Confidence Ikechi, to death. The deceased, a father of two, was said to have had a quarrel…

By Bariku Felix The Rivers State Government has flagged off its monthly community-based free medical outreach for communities hosting its healthcare facilities. The outreach, a collaboration between the State Ministry of Health and the Hospitals Management Board, was launched at the Kelsey Harrison Hospital in Diobu, Port Harcourt. Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary…

Nigeria has affirmed its commitment to entrenching democracy in Africa. The country’s commitment was communicated by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu when she paid host to the Republic of Malawi’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Nancy Gladys Tembo on Monday at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tafawa Balewa House, Abuja….

By Tracy Ohovwore Residents of Oghede community in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State have raised alarm over the demolition of properties allegedly built on their ancestral land, calling for urgent intervention. Last week, a group of protesters stormed the Edo State House of Assembly, urging lawmakers to intervene and restrain the…

By Prince Woke The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Trans Amadi Division in Rivers State, has elected new executives following a successful election held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. The election, which took place in a peaceful and orderly atmosphere, was monitored by Esimvie Osuamkpe, the State Deputy Secretary, and Ambassador Deacon Donald Osifoh, the…