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The Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed concern over the recent end-of-year media outing by the factional leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing it as an unconvincing attempt to mask the party’s continued struggle with post-election reality. In a statement issued by the State Publicity Secretary of the…
Following the successful execution of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Backbone Infrastructure Ltd and the Ondo State Government, through the Ondo State Investment Promotion Agency (ONDIPA), for the construction of a 500,000 barrels-per-day refinery and the development of a 1,471-hectare Sunshine Free Trade Zone in the Ilaje area of Ondo State in July, Backbone…
The Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Mohamed Fouad has said scaling up the trade and investment relations remains the priority of both governments of Egypt and Nigeria. Speaking at the Commemoration of the 73rd Anniversary of the National Day of the Arab Republic of Egypt at the weekend in Abuja, the envoy said…
Mustapha Rufau Appointed as Kangiwa of Adamawa Emirate In a significant development for the Adamawa Emirate, Mustapha Rufau, a distinguished businessman from a prestigious family, has been appointed as its Kangiwa. The appointment underscores his exemplary business, leadership, and community development contributions. Mustapha Rufau is renowned for his sharp business acumen and success in diverse…
HOMEF Advocates For Food Justice, Restoration And Sustainability. Tracy Ohovwore, Benin City Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) organised a one-day food sensitisation workshop themed “Food Justice and Restoration” on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Benin. The exercise condemned Africa’s alarming food insecurity rate, especially in Nigeria. According to…
The police command in Edo State has warned residents against the sale and use of fireworks during the festive season. In a statement on Sunday in Benin, the command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, declared the popular “bangers” and “knockouts” illegal and disruptive to public peace. According to him, the command observes a troubling…
FFS Boss Task Tanker and Transporters to Have Anti Spill Lock The Controller General, Federal Fire Service, Abbdulganiyu Jaji, has said all fuel tankers and vehicles transporting flammable substances should be equipped with Anti-Spill Locks to prevent fuel spillage during accidents and reduce the risk of explosions. He stated this on Tuesday during the opening…
By Katherine Abayomi A young Nigerian, Dr. Reason Ebubechukwu Onya, has achieved a remarkable academic feat by graduating with straight A’s from IM Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University in Russia. His outstanding performance earned him the institution’s highest academic honour—Valedictorian—as well as the prestigious Gold Diploma and Gold Medal awarded for academic excellence. Dr….
Zulum Flags Off Rep Talba’s Palliative for 3,000 Constituents Borno State Governor Babagana Zulumhas flagged off the distribution of palliatives provided by the House of Representatives member for Marte, Monguno, and Nganzai Constituency, Engr. Bukar Talba. About 3,000 constituents benefited from the distribution, each receiving food items and cash donations. Zulum, represented at the occasion…
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentence of one Ademola Ayobani Idris for internet fraud before Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. He was arraigned on Friday, August 1, 2025 on a one-count charge bordering on cybercrime….