Presidency Backs Military’s Denial of Alleged Coup Attempt

The Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Sunday Dare, has reaffirmed that the Presidency stands firmly by the Nigerian military’s position denying any recent coup attempt in the country. Recall that on October 18, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) dismissed as “false and misleading” reports circulating online which claimed that activities […]

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HOMEF Launches ‘Ogonize and Yasunize’ Campaign to Tackle Climate Injustice

The Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has launched its Ogonize and Yasunize climate justice campaign, calling for urgent global action against environmental destruction and climate injustices. The campaign was unveiled during a sensitization event held at HOMEF’s office in Benin City, where participants were educated on the dangers of industrial pollution, oil spills, and […]

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Idahosa Decries Substandard Work at Radisson Hotel Benin, Demands Compliance with Safety Standards

Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, has expressed disappointment over the quality of ongoing construction work at the internationally branded Radisson Hotel Benin, urging the architectural firm handling the project to strictly adhere to health, safety, and environmental standards. Idahosa, who led a government delegation on an inspection tour of the five-storey hotel building, […]

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SWAN Names Governor Okpebholo as Distinguished Governor of the Year

The National Leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has named Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, as the Distinguished Governor of the Year in recognition of his outstanding contributions to sports development in Nigeria. According to SWAN, the award will be formally presented to the Governor on Friday, October 31, during the […]

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Edo Government Gives Former Deputy Governor One-Week Ultimatum to Return State Property

The Edo State Government has issued a one-week ultimatum to the former deputy governor, Mr. Godwin Omobayo, directing him to immediately return all government property and assets still in his possession. According to a statement from the Government, it has observed with dismay that several official items — including vehicles, documents, and other state-owned assets […]

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