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2027: APC Executives In Owan Reject Speaker’s Third Term Bid

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2027: APC Executives In Owan  Reject Speaker’s Third Term Bid …… Tenders Apology, Recognized Chief Lucky Ohimai As Leader Of APC Owan West By Editor  SABOGIDDA-ORA : The ward executives of All Progressive Congress in Owan West have rejected the third bid of Speaker Edo State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Blessing Agbebaku The ward executives members from ward 1-11 of the party rejected the term bid in a meeting held at Chief Lucky Ohimai’s residence in Sabogidda Ora,Owan West LGA The speaker , Hon Blessing Agbebaku earlier before the enlarge meeting of the ward executives made peace with the leaders and members of All Progressive Congress where he apologized to the leaders , executives and members of the party as well as recognized the leadership of High Chief Lucky Ohimai (Tarex) This meeting and recognition by the Speaker have finally put to rest the strained relations among key party leaders Speaking at the meeting, Rt Hon Blessing Agbebaku said he was at the reside...

NUJ Mourns ITV/Radio Correspondent Kingsley Uchegbu, Expressed Deep Sorrow Over Sudden Death

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NUJ Mourns ITV/Radio Correspondent Kingsley Uchegbu, Expressed Deep Sorrow Over Sudden Death  By Editor  The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of ITV/Radio staff member and Government House Correspondent, Mr Kingsley Uchegbu. In a condolence message addressed to the management of ITV/Radio in Benin City on Thursday, the union described the late journalist as a dedicated media professional whose commitment to duty and active participation in union activities earned him the admiration of colleagues within and outside the journalism profession. The condolence message, jointly signed by the Chairman of the NUJ Edo State Council, Festus Alenkhe, and the Secretary, Andy Egbon, stated that the union received the news of Uchegbu’s death with “profound shock, deep sorrow, and heavy hearts.” According to the union, Uchegbu was not only a committed staff member of ITV/Radio but also a visible and active memb...

EDSG To Support ITV GovT. House Correspondent's family Of late Kingsley Uchegbu

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EDSG To Support ITV GovT. House Correspondent's family Of late Kingsley Uchegbu Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo  has promised  to support the Family of Independent Television and Radio reporter and government house Correspondent late Kingsley Uchegbu ensuring that they get the necessary help needed to keep the family going following the death of the bread winner. Governor Okpebholo disclosed this during a condolence visit to Mrs. Chineyeamara  Uchegbu, the widow of the late reporter at her  residence in Benin City. This was made known by the delegation of the state governor led by his Chief of Staff  Hon. Yakubu Musa Speaking through the Commissioner for Information Hon. Kassim Afegbua who was also in the entourage said the State government will provide succour to the family of the late Kingsley Uchegbu who was dedicated and committed in his duties.  "Madam, we are sent here by the governor, we can assure you that we will not leave y...

High Court Adjourns Alleged Money Laundering Case Against Jessica To June 30

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Court Adjourns Alleged Money Laundering Case Against Jessica To June 30 By Editor  A Federal High Court sitting in Benin City has adjourned until June 30, 2026, the alleged money laundering case instituted against Jessica Iguodala Oghomwen. The adjournment followed an oral application by the prosecutor, P. Odion, who when the case was mentioned sought more time to enable him gather additional information in furtherance of an earlier order of the court. Prior to Wednesday’s proceedings, the court had granted the order for substituted service.  The prosecutor had at the  last court sitting informed the court that the order had been executed through publications in The Nigerian Observer and Vanguard newspapers, as well as by pasting notices on the Federal High Court’s Notice Board. Odion told the court that his application was anchored on Section 80, Part 7 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015, which empowers a prosecutor to seek the attachme...

ECOWAS Parliament Orders Probe Into Rising Terror Attacks, Xenophobic Violence In South Africa

  ECOWAS Parliament Orders Probe Into Rising Terror Attacks, Xenophobic Violence In South Africa The ECOWAS Parliament has ordered an investigation into escalating terrorist attacks across West Africa and the ongoing xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants in South Africa. The decision was taken during the First 2026 ECOWAS Parliament Ordinary Session in Abuja after Ghanaian MP Alexander Afenyo-Markin raised what he described as a matter of “urgent direct and profound importance.” Lawmakers directed the Committee on  Political Affairs to investigate recent terror attacks in Mali and Burkina Faso, alongside xenophobic violence in South Africa affecting ECOWAS citizens. Afenyo-Markin cited the killing of 18 Ghanaian traders by Al-Qaeda-linked terrorists in Burkina Faso and condemned the repeated attacks, looting, and displacement of Nigerians, Ghanaians, Zimbabweans, Ethiopians, and other Africans in South Africa.Nigerian political analysis He also criticized ECOWAS for fa...

‎Enabulele Hosts AFFAN, Reaffirms Commitment To Encouraging Women’s Participation In Sports Growth

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‎Enabulele Hosts AFFAN, Reaffirms Commitment To Encouraging Women’s Participation In Sports Growth  ‎By Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  ‎The Executive Chairman,Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, on Tuesday received the leadership of the Association of Former Female Athletes of Nigeria (AFFAN) during a courtesy visit to him in his office. ‎ ‎The leader of the delegation and the state coordinator of the association Mrs. Abudu Faith said the visit was aimed at briefing the Commission chairman on their activities and to explore areas of collaboration to advance sports development, particularly for women in Edo State. ‎ ‎Receiving the AFFAN’s Executive , Hon. Enabulele welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to promoting female participation in sports. ‎ ‎The Edo State Sports Commission boss disclosed that a dedicated committee has already been  instituted to drive the process of the policies and programs tha...

Gov Okpebholo Receives ICAN Leadership, Reaffirms Commitment, Transparency

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Gov Okpebholo Receives ICAN Leadership, Reaffirms Commitment, Transparency By Editor  Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Tuesday said the state’s consistent top ranking on the accountability index reflects his administration’s commitment to transparency and prudent financial management, as he received the leadership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) at the Government House, Benin City  The delegation, led by ICAN President and Chairman of Council, Haruna N. Yahya, paid a courtesy visit to the governor, during which they presented the institute’s incoming president, Hajia Queensley Safuratu Seghosime, an indigene of Edo State. Welcoming the delegation, Governor Okpebholo expressed delight at hosting the body, noting his long-standing interest in the accounting profession.  He emphasized the close relationship between accounting and his background in ICT, describing both as disciplines that demand precision and integrity. ...