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PROMISE MEETS THE PEOPLE AT IRRUA’S ULTRA MODERN MARKET

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

By Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele When Senator Monday Okpebholo assumed office as Governor of Edo State, he didn’t try to impress with lofty promises or complicated policy language. His message was straightforward: development must get to the people who actually need it. In Irrua, the headquarters of Esan Central local government council, that promise is […]

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

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

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 […]

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 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 […]

Gov. Okpebholo Directs Contractors to Work Round the Clock to Beat Rainy Season

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has directed contractors handling road construction projects across the state to work day and night to mitigate the impact of the approaching rainy season, which could slow down the pace of ongoing works. The governor issued the directive during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects, including Mechanic Road […]

Tinubu Approves Posting of 65 Ambassadors to Foreign Missions, UN

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the posting of 31 non-career and 34 career ambassadors to various countries and international missions, including the United Nations. The list, released on Friday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, shows that a total of 65 ambassadors and high commissioners have been assigned to diplomatic posts across the world. Among the prominent appointments, Senator Jimoh […]

Anambra to Suspend Students Who Miss School on Mondays

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Anambra State Government has announced that students who fail to attend school on Mondays will face a one-week suspension as part of efforts to enforce full academic activities across the state. The Commissioner for Education, Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, disclosed the decision on Wednesday while addressing the management of two schools in Onitsha that were summoned over alleged non-compliance with the […]

US Troops in Nigeria for Training, Advisory Role — Defence Minister

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has clarified concerns over the presence of United States troops in the country, stating that the personnel are in Nigeria strictly for training and advisory purposes. He assured that the Nigerian Armed Forces would remain in full command of all operations carried out within the nation’s territory. Musa gave the clarification while […]