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Edo Deputy Governor Reaffirms Commitment to Pensioners’ Welfare

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

BENIN CITY — Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has reiterated the commitment of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration to the welfare of pensioners across the state. He gave the assurance on Tuesday while receiving the executive members of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), Edo State Council, during a courtesy visit to his office at […]

Okpebholo Attributes 2024 Governorship Victory to Deputy Dennis Idahosa

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has credited his victory in the 2024 governorship election to his choice of running mate, Dennis Idahosa, describing him as a key factor in the successful outcome of the polls. In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor, Friday Aghedo, Governor Okpebholo described Idahosa as […]

Nigeria Customs Warns Nigerians Against Misuse of U.S. Visas Following U.S. Government Alert

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a public advisory warning Nigerians against the misuse of United States entry visas, following concerns raised by the U.S. Government over increasing cases of visa abuse. In a statement signed by NCS spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada and made available to journalists in Abuja, the Service emphasized the importance of […]

Insecurity Down Drastically in Northern Nigeria Under Tinubu — NSA Ribadu

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

KADUNA, Nigeria – July 30, 2025 The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has declared that Boko Haram attacks, banditry, and communal violence have significantly declined in Northern Nigeria over the past two years under the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking on Tuesday at a two-day interactive session organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello […]

Senate Demands NNPCL Explain ₦210 Trillion Discrepancies in 21 Days

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide clear explanations for financial discrepancies amounting to ₦210 trillion. This follows the appearance of the company’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Ojulari, before the committee on Tuesday in response to an earlier summons. Ojulari, […]

FG Urges Calm Over Ghana Deportation Threats, Condemns Stigmatization of Nigerians

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has called for calm following a viral video showing Ghanaians protesting and demanding the deportation of Nigerians from their country. The demonstrators alleged that certain Nigerians were involved in criminal activities, claiming their conduct was at odds with Ghanaian cultural and societal norms. In response, the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora […]

Joe Ikpea and Omosede Igbinedion: The Strategic Choice for Effective Representation

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

As Edo State prepares for the upcoming by-elections in Edo Central Senatorial District and Ovia Federal Constituency, a defining moment beckons. The question before the electorate is simple but crucial: Who can offer meaningful, results-driven representation in this era of strategic governance? Today’s National Assembly is more than a stage for speeches and symbolic debates. […]

Edo Govt Offers Free Hepatitis Tests, Vaccines to Staff in Fight Against Silent Killer

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

As part of activities marking World Hepatitis Day, the Edo State Government House Clinic conducted free Hepatitis B and C screening and vaccination for staff last Monday. The exercise was overseen by Dr. Precious Ogboru, Special Adviser on Health Matters to the Executive Governor of Edo State. A large number of political appointees and civil […]