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Ransom of ₦50 Million Paid for Release of Abducted Edo Doctor, Family Confirms

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The family of Dr. Abu Ibrahim Momoh Tahir, a medical doctor who was kidnapped in Edo State, has revealed that a ransom of ₦50 million was paid to secure his freedom, contradicting earlier reports suggesting he was rescued by local hunters and vigilantes in Auchi. Dr. Tahir was kidnapped alongside his brother 13 days ago […]

Edo State Governor Welcomes Released AAU Students, Emphasizes Peace and Commitment to University Revitalization

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has officially welcomed the students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, following their recent release after being detained in connection with the Ekpoma protest. During this reception, the Governor reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to open dialogue, university reform, and the overall advancement of both the institution and the state. […]

Edo CSC Conducts CBT for Agric, Environmental Officers as Okpebholo Advances Recruitment Drive

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Civil Service Commission on Thursday conducted a Computer-Based Test (CBT) for shortlisted candidates seeking employment as Agricultural and Environmental Officers, marking another step in Governor Monday Okpebholo’s drive to strengthen the state civil service through merit-based recruitment. The Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Sam Oko-Ose, mni, who spoke to journalists at the […]

Gov Okpebholo Condoles Otaru of Auchi, Residents over Tanker Fire Tragedy

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker fire incident in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area, which followed the fall of a petroleum tanker and led to a fire outbreak that engulfed several vehicles. Describing the incident as painful and unfortunate, the governor said it has caused immense […]

Renewed Hope Initiative: Tinubu Government Empowers 9,500 Veterans, Elderly with ₦1.9bn Nationwide

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), spearheaded by the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has delivered a ₦1.9 billion lifeline to no fewer than 9,500 veterans and vulnerable elderly citizens across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), reinforcing the Tinubu administration’s commitment to social protection. The intervention, which […]

Forest Reserve: Okpebholo brokers peace between host communities, investors

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on Wednesday brokered peace between host communities and investors over the use of government forest reserve land for agricultural purposes. The meeting, which took place in Benin City, was convened to resolve tensions surrounding the allocation of forest reserve land across Ovia South West and Ovia North East Local […]

No Tinkering With Councils Fund Under Okpebholo” Says Egor LGA Chair

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Chairman of Egor Local Government Area, Hon. Osaro Eribo, on Tuesday debunked claims that local councils are poorly funded, dismissing such assertions as unfounded. He also stated that Governor Monday Okpebholo does not interfere with council funds. Hon. Eribo explained that shortly after assuming office, he was able to execute several projects—including the renovation […]

Gov Okpebholo Presents ₦939.85bn 2026 “ Budget of Hope, Growth” to Edo Assembly

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Tuesday, presented a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill, christened the “Budget of Hope and Growth,” to the Edo State House of Assembly at a plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku. Presenting the budget estimates, Governor Okpebholo commended the Speaker and members of the […]