Edo State News

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.

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.

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.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has appointed Nollywood star Mercy Johnson-Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy. The appointment aims to strengthen public communication and grassroots engagement with government policies.

BEDC Electricity Plc has dismissed allegations of marginalising electricity consumers in Edo State, attributing the current power shortages to reduced allocation from the national grid. The company says ongoing metering and stakeholder engagement efforts are aimed at improving service delivery.

The Edo State chapter of the APC has conducted ward congresses across all 192 wards, with most leaders emerging through consensus. Party officials described the exercise as peaceful and urged grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Edo State Government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to three community youth leaders to appear before a special security squad over alleged links to renewed cult-related killings in Benin City. Authorities say arrests have already been made following security raids.

Edo State Government has dismissed claims linking a child’s death at UBTH to the measles-rubella vaccine, urging the public to remain calm.

Three suspected cultists have been arrested in Benin City following joint raids by security operatives, with arms and ammunition reportedly recovered.

Edo South Senator Neda Imasuen says Lent or Ramadan should not influence the 2027 election schedule, urging Nigerians to see voting as a civic duty.