ABUJA, Nigeria — In a significant development for the ongoing investigation into former Kaduna…
NANS and SERAP have called for the immediate release of 52 students and community members detained after protests over insecurity in Ekpoma, Edo State, emphasizing respect for peaceful civic expression.
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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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.
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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.