Edo State health authorities have confirmed 30 Lassa fever cases with six fatalities across several local government areas. Officials urge residents to seek early treatment and avoid self-medication as surveillance and response efforts continue.
Etinosa Omorogiuwa
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Edo State NewsGovernmentInfrastructurePolitics
Wike Lauds Okpebholo’s Economic Vision, Commissions 54 Equipment To Drive Grassroots Development In Edo
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has commissioned 54 construction equipment for Edo’s 18 local governments, praising Governor Monday Okpebholo’s grassroots development strategy aimed at boosting infrastructure, rural growth, and economic opportunities across the state.
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GovernmentNational
Tension in Nigerian Judiciary as National Judicial Council Begins Probe of Top Judges
The National Judicial Council has launched a confidential investigation into senior judges over allegations of misconduct, forgery, and false asset declarations, raising fresh concerns about public confidence in Nigeria’s judiciary.
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GovernmentNationalPolitics
Femi Falana Challenges Nyesom Wike Over FCT Election Holiday, Movement Restrictions
Femi Falana has questioned the legality of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s declaration of a public holiday and movement restrictions during the AMAC election, citing constitutional limits on such powers.
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The University of Abuja has expelled 28 students and withdrawn the certificates of 15 former students over offences including examination malpractice, cult-related activities, and falsification of results.
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Residents of communities in Ekiti State have raised alarm over renewed bandit attacks that left a woman dead and several people abducted, as community leaders call for urgent government intervention.
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Nigeria’s Senate confronts the federal government’s economic team over the N58.47 trillion 2026 budget, raising concerns about oil revenue projections, debt levels and capital project implementation.
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CrimeGovernmentPoliticsSecurity
FG Says French-Speaking Foreigners Behind Many Terror Attacks in Nigeria
The Nigerian government says many terrorists responsible for killings and kidnappings are French-speaking foreigners. SGF George Akume cited security reports while highlighting international cooperation to combat insecurity.
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The Central Bank of Nigeria says diaspora remittances now average $600 million monthly following recent financial reforms. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso stated that Nigeria is targeting $1 billion in monthly inflows to strengthen foreign exchange reserves and economic stability.
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CrimeEdo State NewsGovernment
Monday Okpebholo Orders Demolition of Building Linked to Suspected Cultists in Edo
The Edo State Government has demolished a building in Amagba, Benin City, linked to suspected cult members connected to recent killings. Authorities say the action forms part of ongoing security operations to curb cult-related violence.

