Nigeria Moves to Revive Idle Power Plants with New Grid Asset Management Company

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The Federal Executive Council has approved the incorporation of the Grid Asset Management Company Limited(GAMCO) as part of a new effort to tackle Nigeria’s long-standing electricity challenges. The commercially structured company will focus on reviving underperforming government-owned power plants and addressing major bottlenecks in the national grid. According to officials, the initiative could recover about 1,600 megawatts of electricity […]

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Igbinedion Secondary School Expels Students After Viral Bullying Video Sparks Outrage

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Management of Igbinedion Secondary School has expelled students involved in a viral bullying incident that shocked viewers and triggered protests from parents and members of the public. The incident, which reportedly occurred in Benin City, came to light after a disturbing video circulated online showing two senior students assaulting a junior colleague inside what appeared to be an […]

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Gov. Okpebholo Directs Contractors to Work Round the Clock to Beat Rainy Season

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Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has directed contractors handling road construction projects across the state to work day and night to mitigate the impact of the approaching rainy season, which could slow down the pace of ongoing works. The governor issued the directive during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects, including Mechanic Road […]

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Three Senators Defect from PDP to APC, Boost Ruling Party’s Majority in Senate

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The Nigerian Senate has announced the defection of three additional lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The senators are Amos Yohanna representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Aminu Iya Abbas representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, and Ikra Aliyu Bilbis representing Zamfara Central Senatorial District. Their letters of defection were read during plenary by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. The […]

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Nigerian Bodybuilder Andrew Jacked Wins 2026 Arnold Classic Men’s Open Title

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Chinedu Andrew Obiekea, popularly known as Andrew Jacked, has won the Men’s Open title at the 2026 edition of the Arnold Classic. The 38-year-old Nigerian bodybuilder emerged champion at the 38th edition of the prestigious bodybuilding competition after a closely contested final round. Andrew Jacked received a $750,000 prize for winning the Men’s Open category and an additional $10,000 for the Ed […]

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Edo State Governor Approves Key Re-Assignments in Revenue Sector to Boost Revenue Drive

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The Edo State Government has announced a minor re-assignment of key officials in the state’s revenue sector, approved by Governor Monday Okpebholo, aimed at strengthening the state’s revenue drive. As part of the changes, Mr. Odior John Osirenimhe, the current Chairman of the Edo State Audit Service Commission, has been appointed as the new Chairman of […]

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Governor Okpebholo’s 100MW Ologbo Initiative Seeks to Guarantee Reliable Energy

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By Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele PhD  Reliable electricity has always been central to the economic future of Edo State. From factories and small businesses to government institutions and households, steady power supply determines how efficiently people work, produce, and live. In recent months, however, the conversation around electricity in the state has been dominated by […]

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