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Gov Okpebholo Warns Contractors: Performance Will Determine Future Jobs

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to quality, speed, and accountability in the execution of infrastructure projects across the state, declaring that government does not owe allegiance to any contractor but to the people of Edo State. The governor made this clarification during a stakeholders’ meeting with major contractors handling […]

Fire Guts Storey Building in Lagos Computer Village, Goods Worth Millions Destroyed

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Goods worth millions of naira were destroyed in a fire outbreak that engulfed a storey commercial building on Somoye Osundairo Street in Computer Village, Ikeja, Lagos State, in the early hours of Tuesday, January 20. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident in a statement, saying the fire broke out at about […]

Kaduna Govt, Police Deny Reports of Mass Abduction of Worshippers in Kajuru

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Kaduna State Government and the Kaduna State Police Command have dismissed reports alleging that more than 100 worshippers were abducted during attacks on two churches in Kajuru Local Government Area of the state. Online reports had claimed that suspected bandits stormed Cherubim and Seraphim Church 1 and Cherubim and Seraphim Church 2 in Kurmin […]

Chelle Targets AFCON 2027 Glory After Super Eagles’ Strong Showing

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has set his sights on winning the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, buoyed by Nigeria’s impressive performance at AFCON 2025 in Morocco. Chelle led the Super Eagles to a third-place finish, with the three-time African champions drawing plaudits for their attacking flair. Nigeria scored a tournament-high 14 goals and […]

Valentino Garavani Dies at 93

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Valentino Garavani, the legendary Italian fashion designer and founder of the iconic Valentino fashion house, has died at the age of 93. The news was announced on January 19 via Valentino’s personal Instagram account and his foundation. “Our founder, Valentino Garavani, passed away today at his Roman residence, surrounded by his loved ones,” the statement […]

Mattel Unveils First Autistic Barbie to Expand Inclusive Fashionistas Line

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

American multinational toy and entertainment company Mattel has introduced its first-ever autistic Barbie, further expanding its diversity-focused Fashionistas line. The collection already features dolls with Down syndrome, a blind Barbie, and Barbie and Ken figures with vitiligo. Mattel said the new doll was developed over a period of more than 18 months in partnership with […]

Okpebholo Calls for Increased Support for Nigerian Armed Forces at Remembrance Day Event

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has called for greater support for the Nigerian Armed Forces in recognition of their sacrifices toward preserving the unity and sovereignty of the nation. The governor made the call while speaking with journalists at the Museum Ground, Oba Ovonramwen Square, Benin City, during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day […]

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 […]