Nigeria’s major opposition parties have criticised the Senate’s rejection of mandatory electronic transmission of election results, calling it a threat to democracy.
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.
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​BENIN CITY – Prominent Edo indigene Dr. Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki has announced his intention…
Nigeria’s major opposition parties have criticised the Senate’s rejection of mandatory electronic transmission of election results, calling it a threat to democracy.
Rising rent prices are deepening a global housing crisis, putting pressure on households and increasing inequality worldwide.
The Federal Government has launched a digital portal for the $25 million Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund, giving indigenous shipowners access to long-awaited funding for vessel acquisition. The initiative aims to boost local participation in shipping, create jobs, and strengthen Nigeria’s maritime industry.
Edo State Police have launched a rescue operation following the abduction of the wife of Igarra Youth Group chairman in Akoko-Edo. Security agencies, traditional rulers, and local authorities have imposed a curfew to aid the operation as residents are urged to remain vigilant.
Denmark and Greenland have rejected any discussion of sovereignty after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a future Arctic security deal granting broad U.S. access to Greenland. NATO said no compromise on sovereignty was proposed, while Copenhagen and Nuuk insist cooperation must respect territorial integrity.
Former pension reforms chief Abdulrasheed Maina has reappeared publicly after serving a prison term, receiving an award from the NBA Garki Branch in Abuja. At the event, he called for renewed investigations into former Attorney General Abubakar Malami while revisiting his conviction, whistleblower claims, and asset recovery issues that continue to generate public debate.
The Federal Government and Edo State have advanced plans to establish an indigenous airline operating from Benin Airport following talks between Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo and Governor Monday Okpebholo. The initiative aims to boost connectivity, attract investment, create jobs, and reposition Benin City as a key aviation hub in line with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.