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Joint Security Forces Destroy Three Major Bandit Camps in Kogi

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

A joint security operation involving personnel from the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Air Force, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS), as well as local vigilantes and hunters, has destroyed three major bandit camps in Kogi State. The State Security Adviser, Commander Jerry Sunday (rtd), disclosed that […]

Refining Edo’s Future Through Governor Okpebholo’s Strategic Energy Investment

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

By Patrick Akhere Ebojele PhD When Governor Monday Okpebholo announced Edo State’s partnership with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to establish a 10,000 barrels-per-day condensate refinery, it was clear this was not just another government project. It was a statement — of intent, of confidence, and of a government determined to build […]

EDSG Launches Campaign Against Cultism and Drug Abuse, Visits Schools in Edo South Senatorial District

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has embarked on a strategic, enlightenment-driven campaign against cultism and drug abuse across secondary schools in the Edo South Senatorial District. In a move to “catch them young,” the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo has taken the campaign directly to schools, sensitising students on the dangers associated with drug abuse, cultism, […]

Gov Okpebholo’s Reforms Attract Major Investment as Edo Gets 10,000 BPD Condensate Refinery

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo’s policy reforms and investment-friendly environment are continuing to attract major investors to Edo State, reinforcing confidence in the state as a prime destination for business and industrial growth. The latest milestone is the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited’s plan to establish a 10,000 barrels per day (BPD) condensate refinery in Edo, […]

Okpebholo’s Agricultural Revolution Yields Results as Edo Records Massive Maize Harvest

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo’s Agricultural Revolution Policy is beginning to deliver visible results, particularly in maize production, following a successful harvest at the state-owned Udomi Farm Settlement in Esan Central Local Government Area. Speaking to journalists on the outcome of Phase One of the state’s “Back to Farm Initiative,” the Commissioner for Agriculture […]

Edo Chief of Staff Embarks on Familiarisation Tour of Government House Departments

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Chief of Staff to the Edo State Governor, Hon. Yakubu O. Musa, JP, on Tuesday conducted a familiarisation tour of key departments within the Edo State Government House, following an earlier interactive meeting with staff members held on Friday, February 6, 2026. The tour was aimed at deepening engagement with departments under the Governor’s […]

To Escape Poverty, You Must Be Financially Heartless — Skitmaker Zicsaloma

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Popular skitmaker Zicsaloma has shared his views on financial independence, advising people to set firm financial boundaries—even with family members—if they truly want to break free from poverty. In a video posted online, the entertainer said that anyone determined to escape poverty must be prepared to make tough decisions. “If you know you want to […]

Only N36m Released From N218bn 2025 Health Capital Budget — Minister Ali Pate

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate, has expressed concern over the poor release of funds for the health sector, revealing that only N36 million was released from the N218 billion approved for the ministry’s capital projects in the 2025 budget. Pate made the disclosure on Monday during the 2026 budget defence […]