SSG Ikhilor Calls on Media to Support Govt Policies, Assures Better Welfare

The Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., has called on members of the media to continue to support government policies and programmes through objective, professional and balanced reportage, describing them as critical stakeholders in governance. Ikhilor made the call while receiving members of the Governor’s Press Crew, Edo State Government […]

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Okpebholo Honours Fallen Heroes, Launches 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem Fund with ₦10 Million

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has paid glowing tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes, acknowledging their supreme sacrifice as the foundation upon which the nation’s unity, peace and stability rest. The Governor made this declaration at the official launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem Appeal Fund, held at the Festival Hall, Government […]

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Gov Okpebholo Pledges to Address Inherited Salary Arrears, Gratuities at AAU Ekpoma

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured the management of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, of his administration’s commitment to addressing accumulated unpaid salaries, gratuities and other critical challenges inherited from past administrations. The governor gave the assurance when he received the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor (Mrs.) Eunice Eboserehimen Omonzejie, and members of […]

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Church of Nigeria Condemns Appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has strongly criticised the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, describing the decision as “devastating” and inconsistent with the current challenges facing the Anglican Communion. In a statement released on Monday and signed by the Archbishop, Metropolitan, and Primate of the Church of Nigeria, […]

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Over 6,000 Affected, 3,000 Displaced by Flooding in Lagos — Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed that over 3,000 residents have been displaced and more than 6,000 affected by flooding across the state between January and October 2025. Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, made this known on Monday during the 2025 World Habitat Day celebration in Ikeja, themed […]

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House of Reps Inaugurates Ad-hoc Committee to Review Cryptocurrency and POS Operations in Nigeria

The House of Representatives on Monday inaugurated an Ad-hoc Committee to examine the regulations and security implications surrounding cryptocurrency adoption and Point-of-Sale (POS) operations in Nigeria. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas explained that the formation of the committee became necessary following rising allegations of fraud, cybercrime, and consumer exploitation in […]

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