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NLC Bestows 'Labour Hero Award' To Dr. Enabulele  ... As Enabulele Extols Obaseki For His Unparalleled Commitment Iduozee Efe  Paul, Benin In recognition of his exceptional organizational leadership and profound achievements over the last 30 years, the Immediate Past President of the World Medical Association, Dr. Osahon Enabulele, has been formally recognized as a Labour Hero.  This recognition along with the conferment of a distinguished leadership award, took place during the historic commissioning of the Labour House, by the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Mr.Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, on Monday, April 29, 2024. Presenting the award and formal recognition on behalf of Edo State Government and organized labour, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Engr. Godwin Marvellous Omobayo, applauded the progressive leadership strides of Dr Osahon Enabulele, and wished him greater attainments in his endeavours. The event which was widely attended by me...

Oredo 5-Aside Football: Obaseki Pledges To Harness Students Talent  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Chairman of Oredo local government chairman, Mr. Tom Obaseki has pledged to harness the talents of students from various schools in Oredo Local Government area. Obaseki made the assertion in a press conference with members of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Edo state branch, Benin city. He asserted that the game is a one of a kind talent development sport idea by an Local Government in Nigeria.   " Gentle Men and Ladies of the Press, I welcome you to another epoch making event from the Stables of Oredo Government Council. "In continuation of our annual sporting calendar known as OredoGames 2024. " We are proud to announce the commencement of Oredo Schools 5-Aside Football Championship. "This competition will have Students from various schools in Oredo Local Government Area battling it out on the pitch to be crowned the ultimate 5-Aside Football c...

AAC Berates Obaseki Govt. For Plunging Edo People Into Poverty Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The African Action Congress (AAC), has berated the regime of governor Godwin Obaseki for not be able to provide the dividends of democracy to Edo people. Commenting during the declaration of the party ahead of the governorship campaign in Edo state , the Deputy Governor of the (AAC) Sir Lord Osas Osunde, said there is high rate of poverty in the state. Osunde's  who was a pioneer Edo Obidient Movement Leader in the last election disclosed that he was a victim of poverty many years ago when he was living with his parent in Ekpoma. Unveiling his deputy, Sir Lord Osas Osunde , Dr. Oberaifo asserted that the poverty rate caused by bad economic policies, decayed infrastructure and insecurity in the state which the APC and PDP have not been able to solve the plight of the people, making Edo people want alternative. Dr Udoh Oberaifo, who is the African Action Congress (AAC) Governorship Cand...

NPFL24: Bendel Insurance Defeats  Heartland FC 1-0 Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin on Saturday, April 27,2024 defeated Heartland Football Club of Owerri 1-0 in the Match Day 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League in Benin. Sarki Ismael scored the only goal of the match and sealed victory for Insurance in the 83rd minute of play at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin. The goal scoring chance was set up by Stanley Okorom who curled a line breaking free-kick from 25 yards which Sarki smartly finished off to send the home fans into jubilation. The tight game as predicted by NPFL followers,had ended goalless in the first half with Insurance strikers being wasteful in front of goal. Within 51st and 53 minutes of play, Meyiwa Oritseweyimi and  Chisom Okereke missed two golden opportunities, raising tension on the side of the host.  The Insurance technical bench did not waste time as they made their first substitution, bringing Vin...

NWFL: Edo First Lady, Alli Salute Edo Queens On Super Six Qualification ... First Lady to receive victorious Edo Queens As Edo Queens Football Club of Benin deservedly secured a place in the Super Six of the Nigeria Women Football Premier League today in Delta state,the First Lady of Edo state Mrs Betsy Obaseki has congratulated the victorious team and promised to receive them on their return to Benin tomorrow. The  reception ceremony is scheduled for 2:00 PM at the Festival Hall in Government House,Benin City. The Executive chairman, Edo state Sports Commission Olympian Yussuf Alli made the disclosure while expressing his joy over the success of the Edo state owned team. He said that the news of Edo Queens superlative performance and qualification to the Women league's Super Six excites His Excellency Governor Godwin Obaseki and the wife Betsy Obaseki who have been very supportive besides sponsorship of the team. " I am so happy that our girls made it against all odds. I have...

Azemhe Commiserate  With Edo Market Fire Victims ...Blames PDP Govt For Insensitivity By Austen Akhagbeme The Governorship Candidate of the New Nigeria People's Party NNPP, in the September 21st election in Edo state, Dr Azemhe Azena has Commiserated with the victims of the fire incident near Eki Osa market in Benin City. Speaking in a statement made available to the press by his media team, the popular Televangelist berated the PDP government in Edo State for failing to give the necessary attention to the fire department in the state which has resulted in a huge loss to victims of these frequent fire incidents in the state in recent time. The Gubernatorial aspirant recalls that "despite the huge loss recorded in the recent Eki Osa market and the unfulfilled promise of the government to compensate victims, it is most painful that this incident has added to the economic hardship of the people in the state "  Dr Azemhe Azena added that such a critical department...

Edo Deputy Charges Security Agencies to exhibit Neutrality  Iduozee Paul Edo State Deputy Governor, Engr Godwins Marvellous Omobayo, has charged security agencies to exhibit neutrality during the forthcoming governorship election in September. The Deputy Governor gave the charge during a courtesy visit by the Commander, 4 Mechanized Brigade, Benin, Brigadier-General Ebenezer Olusesan Oduyebo, accompanied by his senior military officers, at Osadebey Avenue, Office of the Deputy Governor.  Omobayo affirmed his commitment to maximizing his tenure as the State number two citizen, while pledging unflinching loyalty and support for his principal, Governor Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki in providing good governance, as well as protection of lives and property. He commended the military for its role in national security and described it (military) as a unique institution with integrity and excellence. Omobayo expressed optimism that Edo people will support the PDP and its candidate on acco...

FA Cup Round Of 64: Insurance Starts Title Defence In Abuja Against Stormers SC  ...As Ine Stars face Kebbi Utd In Abuja  As the Nigeria Football Federation releases the fixtures for the 2024 Federation Cup  round of 64, the defending champions Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin will begin the defence of the 2023 title on May 1st at Area 3 in Abuja. Kick off time is 4PM. The Benin Arsenals have been drawn against Stormers SC of Ogun state just as the runners up in the Edo FA Cup Ine Stars have been paired against Kebbi Utd in the same round in the same Area 3 in Abuna. The match between Ine Stars  and Kebbi Utd is scheduled to kick off at 1pm. The reigning champions Bendel Insurance defeated Enugu Rangers 1-0 at the Stephen Keshi stadium ,Delta state in 2023 to earn their fourth title, since after 1980 edition and earned the right to participate in the 2023–24 CAF Confederation Cup.  Top striker Imade Osarenkhoe's 45th minute spot kick earned In...

FG Suspends  Dana Airline  Iduozee Efe  The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has directed the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to suspend Dana Air, a day after one of the airline’s planes skidded off the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos runway. The minister also ordered a comprehensive audit of the airline. The audit will encompass all aspects of safety protocols, maintenance procedures, and financial health to ensure full compliance with the aviation sector’s regulations. In a letter to the NCAA Director-General titled ‘"Immediate Suspension of Dana Air Pending Safety and Financial Health Audit’", the minister said the move was necessary to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. “As the supervisor overseeing our nation’s aviation safety and regulatory compliance, it has come to the Honourable Minister’s attention that recent incidents involving Dana Airline have raised serious concerns regarding both the safety and financial viability of their op...

Edo NUJ Chairman To Receive "Edo Achievers Award."  The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council , Comrade Festus Alenkhe will on Saturday April 27, 2024 receive the "Edo Achievers Award."  The award will be presented to comrade Alenkhe during the premier of Netflix Movie in Edo Culture, Iyeoba.  The venue of the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, Airport Road, Benin City, beginning at 3pm.  In a letter, Signed by Andy Egbon the NUJ Secretary, said the initiators of the program said that, the Edo NUJ chairman was selected for the award due to his exemplary leadership style which culminated in the positive remodelling of youths mindset and his relentless contributions towards the development of journalism in Edo State. Journalists in Edo State are by this announcement invited to join the NUJ chairman to receive the award.

NSCDC Saves 10 Suspected Victims Of Human Trafficking In Abuja The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has intercepted in Abuja 10 suspected victims of human trafficking, purportedly being sponsored for illegal migration abroad. The victims were accosted at Zuba motor park, Abuja, by officers of the FCT command of the NSCDC, following a tip off on their return from Minna, Niger State, where they had gone to process their International passport as directed by their sponsor. The victims whose age bracket was between 24 and 34 years, consisted of a male and nine females, and all claimed to be indigenes of Ondo State. It was gathered that each of them paid N80,000 to facilitate the procurement of the International passport. According to a statement on Monday by the spokesman of the FCT Command of the NSCDC, Samuel Idoko, the intercepted persons also confessed to being promised migration abroad to undertake ready made jobs, especially in North Africa and Canada by a...

NEPC CEO Insists The Body Will Expand Non-Oil Export Activities In The State L-R: Engr. Peter Ameh (SON), Dr. Jay Ugwu (Representative of Gojopal Nigeria Ltd.), Mr. Ifeanyi Onah JP (Permanent Secretary Enugu State Ministry of Trade, Investment & Industry), Mr. Macpherson Fred-Ileogben (Regional Coordinator NEPC South East), IK Adamu (Representative of the Area Controller of Nigeria Customs Service Enugu, Anambra & Ebonyi Command) NEPC CEO insists The Body Will Expand Non-Oil Export Activities In The State Iduozee Efe Paul The  Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Export Promotion Council, Nonye Ayeni has insisted that the body will expand non-oil export activities in Enugu state. Ayeni's  made the assertion at a roundtable event with some  stakeholders of SMEs, entitled:" Operation Double Your Export," tagged:" Potential Exporters and Exporters," on Thursday 18th, April 2024, held in Enugu, Enugu State. The three-m...

APC Thugs Unleash Terror On Members At Agbonayinma Residence In Edo ...Woman Leader, Husband Molested Iduozee Paul The leadership crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress, (APC) assumed a worrisome dimension on Saturday, 20 April, 2024. At a meeting of the All Progressives Congress APC in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State,  ended up in violence as thugs allegedly loyal to one of the leaders attacked a former federal lawmaker, Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma, woman leader, husband and many others. The attacked was said to have been carried out by the thugs at the installation ceremony of the former lawmaker as the ‘Apex Leader’ of the All Progressives Congress in the Local Government. Hardly had the meeting started when the suspected hoodlums and political thugs struck, inflicting injuries on those present, with the woman leader of the local government and her husband currently hospitalised. They also damaged vehicles and chairs and carted drinks and ot...

  Edo NUJ Unveils Union Bus, Extols  Gov. Obaseki Executive and members of the Nigerian Union of Journalist, NUJ, Edo State Council, have described Governor Godwin Obaseki as a visionary leader and patriot who has continually impacted positively on the lives of the citizenry through good governance. They made the exaltation last Thursday, during the official unveiling of the modern Toyota Hiace bus donated to the union by Mr Governor to cushion the effect of the transportation hardship in the state. Speaking on behalf of the executive and members, the chairman, Amb. Comrade Festus Alenkhe, thanked Gov. Obaseki for deeming it necessary to fulfil his promises to the council, saying the bus will serve all purposes to the union. Recalled that his excellency, upon his assumption in office about seven and half years ago, did promise after visiting the NUJ secretariat, to donate bus to the union to ease transportation problem. However, in line with the already established...

NPFL24: Bendel Insurance Secures Away Point With Lobi Star Iduozee Paul, Benin Bendel Insurance Football club of Benin are gradually regaining their strength since after their home loss to Niger Tornadoes as they proved to be a hard nut to crack against former league champions Lobi Stars of Makurdi on Sunday, April 21,2024 with a spectacular performance that earned them a point away from home in match day 31 of the Nigeria Premier Football League.  The Coach Monday Odigie's managed Benin Arsenals were close to recording their first away win of the season but were unlucky to pick the maximum points after a spot kick miss by their defence strongman Sunday Anyanwun in the 53rd minute of play, forcing the explosive encounter to end in a goalless draw at the Lafia City stadium in Nasarawa state.  Sarki Ismael was hacked down inside the box by Lobi stars defender, preventing him from scoring after beating the offside hurdles in the 51st minute of the game, resulting in p...

DR. Azemhe NNPP Candidate for Edo State Governorship 2024: I Am The Real Homeboy In the bustling political landscape of Edo State, one candidate stands out as the epitome of homegrown leadership – DR. Azemhe, the NNPP candidate for the 2024 governorship election. Affectionately known as the "real homeboy," DR. Azemhe embodies a deep-rooted connection to the state that stretches back through generations. For DR. Azemhe, being a "homeboy" isn't just a title; it's a way of life entrenched in his family's history. Generations of Azemhes have called Edo State home, weaving their lives into the vibrant fabric of its communities. From childhood memories to formative years, DR. Azemhe's journey is interwoven with the streets, the people, and the culture of Edo State. But it's not merely sentimentality that drives DR. Azemhe's candidacy; it's a tangible commitment backed by years of investment and dedication. His businesses, his liveli...

ROUND OF 64:  Bendel Insurance Drawn Against Stormers SC ...As Ine Stars Face Kebbi Utd Following the Nigeria Football Federation Cup 2024 round of 64 draws on Thursday, the defending champions Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin have been drawn against Stormers SC of Ogun state just as the runners up in the Edo FA Cup Ine Stars have been paired against Kebbi Utd in the same round. The reigning champions Bendel Insurance defeated Enugu Rangers 1-0 at the Stephen Keshi stadium ,Delta state in 2023 to earn their fourth title, since after 1980 edition and earned the right to participate in the 2023–24 CAF Confederation Cup. Top striker Imade Osarenkhoe's 45th minute spot kick earned Insurance the prestigious title at the expense of the six time champions. The Benin Arsenals who began the process of this year's FA Cup with a convincing 3-1 victory over Ine Stars to lift Edo FA cup last month will be kick-starting the 2024 campaign and defence of the 2023 t...

Edo High Court Sentences 3 Kidnappers To Death Iduozee Efe Paul  It came as a surprise to many as three persons were sentenced to death by hanging for armed robbery, kidnapping and murder by Justice Irele-Ifijeh of Benin High Court, Edo State. The convicts, Solomon Abuede, James Monday and Kelvin Edward murdered one Ephraim Akhere who they kidnapped and robbed on June 13, 2014 at Ihumudumun-Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.. The trial judge also sentenced one Oviasogie Sunday, alias Alhaji of Kano to life imprisonment for receiving a Nissan Infinity Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) marked EFR 218 FB, property of the late Akhere which was stolen after the murder. David Williams and Monday Ozomo were however lucky as they were discharged and aquited for lack of evidence linking them to the armed robbery and kidnapping.  Justice Ifijeh ruled that during the operation, the kidnappers who rode on a motorbike, armed with dangerous weapons, abducted Akhere...

Edo Commissioner  Strips  Of Chieftaincy Title Over Misconduct Iduozee Paul The Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture, Tourism and Diaspora Affairs, Uyi Oduwa-Malaka, has been stripped of the honourary chieftaincy (Uzoyare of Ozalla Kingdom) conferred on her by the Onotare of Ozalla Kingdom in Owan West Local Government Area, Nathaniel Igelugbo Omogbai, the Okpamen IX. Uyi Oduwa-Malaka was accused of misconduct and disrespect to the king by asking him to meet her in the car when she drove into the palace on April 12, 2024. In a press statement signed by the palace spokesman, Dr Osumah Obaze, and made available to journalists in Benin on Thursday noted that the Onotare ordered the immediate revocation of her title to deter others who might desecrate the respected throne. The statement also said that another title, Ozemevboya of Ozalla Kingdom, given to George Ohioma, has also been revoked and is now the exclusive preserve of “Ozalla freeborns.” The statement read...

DHQ Frees Delta Detained Monarch   Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The authorities of the Nigerian Army, on Friday, released Prince Clement Ikolo Ogenerukevwe, the monarch declared wanted over the killing of 17 military personnel in Okuama, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. Spokesman of the Nigerian Army, Onyema Nwachukwu, a Major-General, specifically said although the army has not exonerated anybody regarding the incident, it decided to release the monarch after intervention of highly-placed personalities in the society and a painstaking review. Alertnews.ng had reported how the military high command launched manhunt for those suspected to have perpetrated the dastardly act which made residents of Okuama to desert the community. Shortly after the manhunt, the military declared Arthur Ekpekpo, a professor; Andaowei Dennis Bakriri, Akevwru Daniel Omotegbono (a.k.a Amagbem); and Akata Malawa David, wanted. Other people declared wanted are Sinclear Oliki, C...

NPFL24: Bendel Insurance FC  Beats Kano Pillars 2-1 In Benin Iduozee Paul, Benin Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin on Tuesday, April 16 defeated Kano Pillars 2-1 in the Match Day 30 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) as they fully recovered from their last home game defeat. The Benin Arsenals came from behind and overpowered the highly tactical visiting Kano Pillars who went in front in the 16th minute of play with a fine curled strike from Mustapha Ibrahim.  The visitors had enjoyed the first half with better possession and went into the changing room with the 1-0 lead as all efforts by the home team to level up before the halftime whistle failed to yield any result.  Coming back from the halftime break, coach Monday Odigie managed Bendel Insurance came out of their shells and mounted pressure on the visitors who employed delay tactics and remained comfortable with the one goal lead.  In the 51st minute Coach Odigie introduced goal thirsty Osaghae J...

Orhionmwon Boss, Ugiagbe Gives 7-Days Ultimatum To Cattle Herders  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin The Orhionmwon Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Newman Ugiagbe yesterday holds an extensive meeting with top traditional leaders, all the heads of security architectures, the local vigilante and religious leaders in Orhionmwon to fashion out best method to adopt in proffering last solution to issues of insecurity in the area. The monthly security meeting held at the Council's Conference Hall of Orhionmwon Local Government Council's Secretariat touched on areas and modalities to be adopted at boosting the security conditions in the area. The interactive engagement availed the relevant authorities opportunity to review the month's activities, know areas to improve and project for the preceding month. Hon. Newman Ugiagbe stressed the need for a closer working relationship between the security operatives and the traditional leaders, saying without the collaborative efforts of the l...

Agho-Ozomu Indigenes Appeal To Oba Of Benin, Obaseki To Intervene Over Land Dispute Iduozee Paul, Benin The people of Agho-Ozomu Village in Ovia North-East local government area of Edo State has  appealed to governor Godwin Obaseki, and His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin Kingdom to intervene on the issue between them and Igbobi community. They stated that the people of Agho-Ozomu Community will not longer continue to allow the people of Igbobi destroy their farm crops and selling their land again. They also alleged that the AIG Zone 5 has decided to thwart the efforts of Commissioner of Police, State Police Command at ensuring that justice prevails between people of Agho-Ozomu and people of Igbobi Communities over the ownership of land property. Commenting on behalf of the Agho-Ozomu community, Pastor Festus Asayemwenre Egharevba appealed to Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the executive governor of Edo State, and His Royal Majest...

Eid al-Fitr: Edo NUJ Boss Salutes Muslim Faithful Iduozee Paul. Benin The chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists,  Edo state  council,  Comrade Festus Alenkhe has sent a message of felicitation to all Muslim Journalists and the people of Edo State on Eid al-Fitr celebration.  In the statement,  Comade Festus Alenkhe wished all Muslim faithful in Edo state  a happy Eid ul Fitr filled with Joy, peace and happiness.   He prayed for Allah to shower His divine blessings upon the people and their immediate families.   Comrade Festus Alenkhe  joined to say "AMEN" to all the prayers rendered during the holy month of Ramadan which is one of the five pillars of lslam. He said the celebration should be used to amend our ways  and reflect on the future and development of our dear ,Edo state. On the Edo state 2024  Governorship election  , Comrade Festus Alenkhe urged Journalists to resist the temptation of politician...

Edo House lmpeaches Deputy Gov Shaibu The Edo State House of Assembly today impeached the embattled deputy governor of the state, Comrade Philip Shaibu. The Assembly which began sitting at 9.41 am voted for the impeachment of the deputy governor by a vote of 18 against one who voted against, among the 20 members present with the speaker expected to give the deciding vote in case of a tie, reports Nigerian Tribune. Shaibu, according to Justice Stephen Omonua (Rtd)-led a seven-man panel set up by the Chief Judge (CJ) of the state, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, to investigate the allegation of gross misconduct levelled against the deputy governor, submitted that the deputy governor was guilty of disclosure of official secret. The panel, however, exonerated the impeached deputy governor on the allegation of perjury as it was not “made up”, that is proven.

Group Berates Edo PDP, Asue For Planning Mass Sack of AAU Lecturers Iduozee Efe Paul. Benin A group, United Front and Action Against Obaseki’s Anti-AAU Ekpoma has accused the candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Asue Ighodalo of plotting to recruit a new crop of teachers at Ambrose Alli University(AAU), after a mass sack of the current lecturers, if he wins the  forthcoming September 21 election. Dr. Àsue Ighodalo had last weekend during a visit to Esan Recreation Club, Ekpoma remarked that sex-for-grade, undue graduation of students overseas and corruption against lecturers in the school were the major problems of the state owned tertiary institution In a joint statement  by the coordinator and secretary, Comrades Henry Osemudiamen and Justice Agbebo respectively Wednesday in Ekpoma and made available to journalists in Benin, the pro-Edo Central organization expressed disappointment that little or nothing was said by the main opposition party cand...

Edo Health Comm.  Expresses Govt Readiness To Support PWDs Iduozee Efe Paul Edo state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Samuel Ali  has lamented that with the removal of fuel subsidy by the federal government last year, that over 675,000 Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs) in Edo state have been critically affected. Dr. Samuel Ali, represented by the permanent Secretary, Edo state ministry of health, Dr. Stanley made the statements in an event organized by PWDs on NDI PAIRS IV PROJECT, with Resilientnet-Empowering Inclusivity and Adaptability in Emergency for project closeout meeting agenda, Benin city, Edo state. The health commissioner therefore called upon both the state and federal governments to implement comprehensive social protection mechanisms to make life meaningful for the PWDs and ordinary people. He said,"Today as we gather to mark the close-out of the ResilientNet Project. We are reminded of the journey we embarked upon to empower and uplift the lives ...