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Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed over 60 terrorists in Mallam Fatori, Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State. Among those neutralised were notorious commanders of the Boko Haram/ISWAP terror group. The military authorities said that the insurgents were advancing from the Duguri general area on foot, supported by multiple armed drones, in a…
King Charles III on Wednesday praised what he described as a “partnership of equals” between the United Kingdom and Nigeria, as he hosted Bola Tinubu at a state banquet marking the first visit by a Nigerian leader in nearly four decades. The banquet, held at Windsor Castle, brought together senior officials, business leaders, and cultural…
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has commended the Edo State Government (EDSG) for its proactive initiatives aimed at combating irregular migration, reducing poverty, and supporting the reintegration of returning migrants. The commendation came during a courtesy visit by the Chief of Mission for IOM Nigeria, Dimanche Sharon, who led a delegation to meet Monday…
The Edo State Government has approved a minor re-assignment of key officials within the state’s revenue sector as part of efforts to strengthen revenue generation and improve institutional efficiency. In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, the approval was granted by the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo….
The Benin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested HRM, Michael Sado, the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. The traditional ruler was arrested alongside one Egr. Patrick Omkhagbo for alleged fraudulent activities. The arrest was a sequel to a petition to the Benin…
The Edo State Government has taken to court scores of arrested sex workers apprehended during enforcement operations on ‘red light district’ areas in Benin City. Addressing journalists during the parade of suspects, the Director General, Edo State Migration Agency, Lucky Agagzuma said the move was part of government renewed onslaught against prostitution and human trafficking…
By Tracy Ohovwore Female creatives from diverse fields converged on Benin City for the third edition of Inclusive, an annual conference organised by Tell That Story, to commemorate International Women’s Day and foster collaboration within the creative ecosystem. The event, tagged Inclusive 2026, held on March 5, 2026, and was themed “Give to Gain.” It…
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS) are exploring areas to strengthen collaboration to enhance legal research, policy formulation, and national value reorientation. During a courtesy visit to NOA, the Director General of the institute, Professor Abdulqadri Abikan, commended NOA’s role in conflict resolution and public engagement. He…
The Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, in collaboration with the Office of the Edo State First Lady, has kicked off a three-day mini trade fair, which is taking place at the Secretariat Complex, Sapele Road in Benin City, as part of activities lined up to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day….
By Katherine Abayomi The Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria) has joined other civil society organisations in condemning the alleged assault of Miss Ogadinma Minnie Uchechi by the Chairman of Ahoada West Local Government Area in Rivers State, Hon. Eugene Cheta Epelle. The incident reportedly followed a social media post by Miss Ogadinma in which…