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Tyla Beats Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr to Win Best African Music Performance at Grammys

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, triumphing over a strong field of African music heavyweights including Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr and Eddy Kenzo. Tyla clinched the prestigious honour with her hit song “Push 2 Start,” marking another major milestone in her rapidly rising global […]

Afegbua Lauds Prof. Ize-Iyamu’s Leadership at UBTH, Calls for More Women in Governance

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, has commended the Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, for her exemplary leadership, urging Nigeria to give greater consideration to women in leadership positions. Afegbua made the remarks during the commissioning of the UBTH Media Office, […]

Gov Okpebholo seeks support and prayers as government intensifies security, development drive

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured Edo people of his administration’s strong commitment to restoring security, driving development, and improving the quality of life across the state, even as he called on citizens to continue supporting his government with prayers and goodwill. The governor said this during a special end-of-the-month Thanksgiving service at […]

Court Grants Angela Okorie N5m Bail Over Alleged Cyberbullying of Mercy Johnson

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, January 30, granted Nollywood actress Angela Okorie bail in the sum of N5 million over allegations of cyberbullying fellow actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie. Delivering a ruling on Okorie’s bail application filed by her counsel, Earnest Nwoye, the judge held that although the prosecution opposed […]

Atletico Madrid Close In on Ademola Lookman Signing

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Atletico Madrid are edging closer to completing the signing of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, with the Spanish side set to make the Atalanta star their first major acquisition of the winter transfer window. Los Colchoneros stepped up their search for attacking reinforcements following the departure of Giacomo Raspadori earlier in the window, prompting the club […]

Ebojele Reaffirms Okpebholo’s ‘New Edo’ Vision, Pledges Open Governance and Strong Media Partnership

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Edo State Governor, Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele, has reaffirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to building a “New Edo” anchored on transparency, accountability and strong collaboration with the media to drive development across the state. Dr Ebojele gave the assurance at a grand reception organised in his honour by […]

Gov Okpebholo Rewards Staff with Vehicles for Outstanding Service

January 31, 2026January 31, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has donated new SUV vehicles to three staff members of the Government House and Protocol in recognition of their dedication and hard work. The presentation, which took place on Thursday at the Government House, Benin City, was aimed at motivating workers who have shown exceptional commitment to their duties. […]

You Can’t Replace a Performing President — Okpebholo Declares at Tinubu Re-Election Coordinators’ Inauguration

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has declared that it is impossible to replace a performing President like Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the President’s bold and courageous reforms are already transforming Nigeria. Governor Okpebholo made the declaration during the inauguration of Senatorial, Local Government Area (LGA), and Youth Coordinators for President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election. The […]