NEC Endorses Renewed Hope Development Plan to Drive $1 Trillion Economy Goal

The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), a strategic framework aimed at fast-tracking Nigeria’s journey toward achieving a one trillion-dollar economy. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who presided over Thursday’s NEC meeting, said the plan is designed to consolidate ongoing reforms while aligning with the Nigeria Agenda 2050. According to […]

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Gov Okpebholo Decorates 42 Newly Promoted Police Officers, Charges Them on Professionalism

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has decorated forty-two police officers attached to the Government House, Benin City, following their recent promotion. He charged them to remain committed to duty, uphold integrity, and demonstrate professionalism in service to the state. The governor, represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Gani Audu, congratulated the officers on […]

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Withheld Salaries: Judiciary Workers Laud Gov. Okpebholo for Approving Payment

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has commended Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for approving the release of withheld salaries owed to judiciary workers in the state. In a letter of appreciation signed by its National President, Marwan Mustapha Adamu, and addressed to the Governor, the Union described the decision as a profound […]

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Oba Market in Benin Springs Back to Life as Gov. Okpebholo Sets June 2026 Completion Target

The long-abandoned Oba Market in Benin City, gutted by fire nearly a decade ago, is finally on the path to revival as Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has set June 2026 as the completion date for its reconstruction and remodeling. Governor Okpebholo, who inspected the ongoing works on Tuesday, reiterated his commitment to fulfilling […]

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Victor Boniface’s AC Milan Move Collapses Over Medical Concerns — A Look at 10 Stars Who Also Failed Tests but Bounced Back

Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has hit the headlines after reports in Germany confirmed that his proposed move to AC Milan collapsed due to concerns over his fitness and medical history. According to BILD, the Bayer Leverkusen forward underwent four separate medical tests in Italy, but the Rossoneri ultimately decided to pull the plug on the […]

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Australia Expels Iranian Ambassador Over Antisemitic Attacks

Australia has expelled Iran’s ambassador, Ahmad Sadeghi, accusing Tehran of orchestrating antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne — marking the first time since World War II that Canberra has taken such a step. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said intelligence services reached the “deeply disturbing conclusion” that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) directed at […]

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