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NAOWA Marks International Women’s Day with Health, Fitness and Empowerment Activities in Edo

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), 4 Brigade Chapter, has commemorated this year’s International Women’s Day with a series of activities focused on promoting health awareness, physical fitness, and women empowerment within military communities in Edo State. The event took place at the NAOWA Skills Acquisition Centre, Ekehuan Military Cantonment in Benin City, attracting […]

Eid-el-Fitr: Okpebholo Felicitates Muslims, Calls for Unity and Peace

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful in the state and across Nigeria as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In his goodwill message, the governor praised the Muslim community for their devotion, discipline, and deep spiritual commitment demonstrated through fasting, prayers, and […]

Benin Traditional Council Summons TikToker Peller Over Palace Breach

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Benin Traditional Council has directed TikTok influencer Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, to appear before relevant authorities over his unauthorised access to the Oba’s Palace. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the council confirmed that the influencer entered the palace without prior approval, an action it said led to public embarrassment and prompted a formal investigation. […]

Okpebholo Reaffirms Commitment to Education, Flags Off Distribution of Learning Materials in Edo

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening the education sector and ensuring the holistic development of children across the state. The assurance was given during the official flag-off ceremony for the distribution of teaching and learning materials, sports equipment, mini buses, and back-to-school kits at New Era College in Benin City. Represented by his […]

Edo Govt Warns Contractors: Deliver Quality or Rebuild at Your Cost

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has issued a strong warning to contractors handling infrastructure projects, directing them to strictly adhere to approved quality standards or face compulsory reconstruction at their own expense. The directive was delivered by the Special Adviser on Projects Implementation and Monitoring, Williams-Bello Phoebe, during an inspection of key road projects in the Edo […]

Okpebholo Assures Restoration of Court, INEC Operations as Ramat Park Flyover Nears Completion

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured residents that the ongoing construction of the Ramat Park flyover in Benin City will restore full operations at the High Court and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office affected by persistent flooding. Speaking during an inspection of the project, the governor said the longstanding flooding in the area had disrupted key institutions […]

NAWOJ Edo Marks International Women’s Day with Advocacy Event, Humanitarian Outreach

March 14, 2026March 14, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, Edo State Chapter, led by its Chairperson, Habiba Sam, partnered with the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development to commemorate the International Women’s Day 2026 celebration at the New Festival Hall Government House. The event brought together government officials, civil society organisations, media practitioners, women’s rights advocates and members of the public to […]

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

March 14, 2026March 14, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

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 […]