4 Brigade Hosts 2 Division Inter-Brigade Corporals and Below Competition

The 2 Division Inter-Brigade Corporals and Below Competition 2026 commenced on Monday, 20 April 2026, at the Nigerian Army Cantonment, Ekehuan Barracks, Benin City, the Edo State capital. A statement by the Assistant Director Army Public Relations4 Brigade Nigerian ArmyBenin City, Captain Kennedy Anyanwu said the week-long combat competition is being hosted by 4 Brigade, […]

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GOV OKPEBHOLO LEADS RESCUE OF TRAFFICKED EDO INDIGENES FROM BURKINA FASO

GOV OKPEBHOLO LEADS RESCUE OF TRAFFICKED EDO INDIGENES FROM BURKINA FASO Edo Government Secures Freedom of Three VictimsThe Edo State Government, through its Migration Agency, has successfully rescued three trafficked Nigerians from Burkina Faso, reinforcing its commitment to protecting vulnerable citizens and combating human trafficking. Victims Received at Benin AirportThe rescued victims—two women and one […]

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Gov Okpebholo Reaffirms Federal Partnership on Water Infrastructure and Security

The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed Edo State’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the Federal Government to accelerate water infrastructure, improve security around critical assets, and deliver tangible benefits to residents. The governor made this known on Tuesday at the Government House in Benin City while receiving the Honourable Minister of […]

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Commander, Corps of Supply and Transport Holds Conference to Review Operational Effectiveness

The Commander, Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport (CCST), Major General Nansak Shagaya, has commenced a two-day conference aimed at reviewing the operational effectiveness of the Corps in ongoing military operations across the country. The conference, themed “Optimizing ST Capabilities Towards Providing Effective Service Delivery to Nigerian Army Operations in All Missions,” began on March 24, 2026, at the Muhammadu […]

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Sports Commission Boss Says Sports Is A Platform For Advocacy, Unity And Social Change 

The Executive Chairman, Edo State Sports Commission Hon. Desmond Enabulele has said that sports goes beyond competition as it’s also a platform for advocacy, unity and social change. Hon. Enabulele spoke to journalists at the media center of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City Edo State venue for the reception of the historic 100-Mile […]

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Bankole-Balogun Declares Bid for Akoko Edo House of Representatives Seat

Otunba (Hon) Oladele Bankole-Balogun has officially declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Akoko Edo Federal Constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a message addressed to party leaders and stakeholders in Akoko Edo, Bankole-Balogun said his decision to join the race was driven by a strong conviction […]

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Okpebholo Promises Sustainable Development, Urges Unity at Eid Visit

Monday Okpebholo has assured residents that his administration will drive sustainable development across key sectors through its SHINE Agenda to improve the overall well-being of the people. The governor gave the assurance while receiving Muslim faithful at the Government House in Benin City during a Sallah homage visit. Represented by his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, Okpebholo reiterated his […]

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Irrua Residents Hail Okpebholo as 700-Shop Ultra-Modern Market Nears Completion

Residents and traders in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, have praised Governor Monday Okpebholo for the ongoing construction of an ultra-modern market in the community. The market, which will feature 700 lock-up shops, is expected to significantly boost commercial activities and improve the livelihoods of traders upon completion. During an inspection […]

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