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Swift Security Response Averts Bloodbath in Edo Communities

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

A swift intervention by the Edo State Security Squad has averted what could have escalated into a major bloodbath in Benin City, following violent clashes that erupted between youths in Ogheghe and Ohoghobi communities, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The unrest, which broke out on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, claimed the […]

Military Arrests 15 More Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Fresh developments have emerged indicating that the Nigerian military has apprehended an additional 15 officers of various ranks in connection with an alleged coup plot against the Federal Government. The latest arrests bring the total number of detained officers to over 40. According to sources who spoke with Vanguard, the new arrests were made following […]

Senate Confirms Dr Bernard Doro as Minister of the Federal Republic

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dr Bernard Doro as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Doro’s screening, which lasted less than 30 minutes, saw lawmakers commend his wealth of experience and leadership credentials. The Plateau-born technocrat, who becomes the third minister from his state in the current administration, pledged to uphold fairness, transparency, […]

Edo Breaks into Nigeria’s Top Five in Fiscal Performance Ranking Under Governor Okpebholo

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State has achieved a major governance milestone, emerging among the top five best-performing states in Nigeria’s 2025 State of States Fiscal Performance Ranking — a first in its history. The independent report, which assesses how effectively states manage their finances, ranked Edo fifth nationwide, alongside Anambra, Lagos, Kwara, and Abia. This marks a significant […]

Presidency Backs Military’s Denial of Alleged Coup Attempt

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

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 […]

DSS arrests man in Rivers after social-media call for military takeover

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a Port Harcourt resident, identified as Innocent Chukwuma, after he allegedly used his X account to urge the Nigerian military to suspend the civilian government and seize power. According to reports, security agents trailed Chukwuma to his home in Oyigbo, Rivers State, and took him […]

Erigga Speaks on Polygamy: “It Causes More Harm Than Good”

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Erigga Speaks on Polygamy: “It Causes More Harm Than Good” Nigerian rapper, Erigga, has opened up about his stance on polygamy, describing it as a practice that brings more harm than good, particularly to women and children. Speaking during an interview with Yanga FM Lagos, the rapper explained that his views are shaped by personal […]

Two Edo Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom After Paying ₦10m Each

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Two of the passengers kidnapped by gunmen in Edo State have reportedly regained their freedom after paying ₦10 million each as ransom. The victims were among the 13 passengers abducted on Saturday, October 25, 2025, around the NIFOR area near the Aso-Rock Police Checkpoint along the Benin–Sobe–Akure Road. The assailants had earlier released the driver […]