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NSCDC Hails Its Fight Against Illegal Mining. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) effort to clean up the nation’s mining industry through its Special Mining Marshals’ executed strategic operations nationwide has continued to yield positive dividends. With the recent wave of enforcement activities led by the Commander of the NSCDC Mining Marshal, ACC…
EDHIC Optimizes Operations, Strategies Better Healthcare Delivery Tracy Ohovwore, Benin City The Edo State Health Insurance Commission (EDHIC), in its unwavering dedication to enhancing healthcare delivery in Edo State, has organized a two-day strategic workshop themed “Synergy: Harnessing Collaboration for Team Success.” According to the Director General (DG) of EDHIC, Mrs Augusta Ikpea-Enaholo, the strategic…
By Tracy OhovworeAs part of the Edo State Government’s commitment to providing security of lives and property in the State, the Edo State Security Corps has concluded the training of 60 security personnel, who are to pilot the Security Administrative Departments at the Headquarters in Benin City.The State Deputy Corps Commandant, CSP Richard Balogun (rtd.)…
ADC Demands Reversal of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suspension Uko Etim, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the Nigerian Senate’s decision to suspend Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months, calling it “an “illegal” and “vindictive” move.”illegal” and “vindictive.” This was contained in a press release Signed by the…
The Court of Appeal Abuja has held that the Senate acted within its powers when it suspended the lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for misconduct. In a unanimous decision by a three-member panel of Justices, the appellate court said it was satisfied that neither the Appellant’s parliamentary privilege nor her constitutional rights were…
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…
The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, says the country will support Nigeria’s fight against terrorism but faulted the interference of foreigners. Dunhai, in a post on his X handle, pledged the support of the Asian country to Nigeria’s battle against insurgency following a meeting with the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. “As a…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has held a bilateral meeting with Minister for External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation, and Diaspora Affairs of Saint Lucia, Alva Romanus Baptiste to explore new frontiers of cooperation and mutual engagement. Tuggar conveyed warm greetings from the Government and people of Nigeria to the Government and…
HOMEF Celebrates Nnimmo Bassey on the Wallenberg Medal Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) celebrates with her Executive Director, Dr Nnimmo Bassey, on the prestigious honour of the 2024 Wallenberg Medal. Bassey is the first Nigerian and the fifth African to have received the award. He joins the ranks of other giants like South Africa’s…
The Edo State High Court sitting in Benin City has discharged and acquitted the Benin City Manager of DHL, Mr. Nuhu Omokide, over his alleged involvement in a missing parcel bound for the United Kingdom. Delivering judgment, Justice E. G. Adekanmbi set aside the earlier ruling of Chief Magistrate Afe Osamudiamen, describing it as inconsistent…