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APWEN President Says Infrastructure Remains  Backbone Of Every Thriving Economy ...As Benin Chapter Inaugurates New Executives Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The President of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Engr. Chinyere Nnenna Iwegbue, Fnse, Fniwe, Fniwe, said infrastructure remains the backbone of every thriving economy, such as; roads, bridges, water systems, power networks, schools, healthcare facilities, and digital systems all determine the quality of life of our people.   Engr. Iwegbue represented by Engr Cordelia Ochuole Omoyi, made  the statements at the inauguration of the 7th Chairman, APWEN Benin Chapter and Her Executives, Edo state, said they are here to celebrate continuity, fresh vision, and renewed dedication to the ideals upon which APWEN was founded.  Engr. Iwegbue who was the chairman of the event said," I warmly congratulate the newly would be inaugurated 7th Chairman and all members of her Exe...

Hon. Isa Nasidi: A Credible Voice For Doka/Gabasawa At the Kaduna State House of Assembly By Editor  As the political landscape in Kaduna State continues to evolve, the people of Doka/Gabasawa are increasingly focused on electing a representative who combines competence, accessibility, and a clear vision for development. Hon. Isa Nasidi has emerged as a strong contender, one whose aspiration and candidacy reflects both grassroots connection and a commitment to progressive governance under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Hon. Nasidi’s aspiration to represent Doka/Gabasawa in the Kaduna State House of Assembly is rooted in a deep understanding of the constituency’s socio-economic realities. From infrastructure deficits to youth unemployment and the need for improved educational and healthcare systems, he has consistently demonstrated awareness of the pressing challenges facing his people. What distinguishes Isa Nasidi is not just his message, but his approach. He emb...

Uteh Koko Community Protest Alleged Mismanagement Of ₦12.16m Transformer Fund In Edo Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  There was palpable tension in Benin City on Monday as residents of Uteh Koko community in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State staged a protest to the Secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), GRA, over alleged irregularities in the management of funds contributed for the purchase of a transformer. Speaking on behalf of the protesters, Amiodo Ifeanyi said the crisis stemmed from a collective decision by over 300 households to contribute ₦40,000 each to acquire a new transformer aimed at improving electricity supply in the area.  The initiative, handled by a six-member committee, reportedly generated about ₦12.16 million from approximately 304 contributors. He explained that while the initial agreement was to procure a brand-new transformer, the process reportedly took a different turn after the committee was informed of the availabili...

Monday Lines OPINION:'I Am Jagaban, They Can’t Scare Me' By Lasisi Olagunju (Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Monday, 20 April, 2026).  “Even a corpse put in a coffin will defeat Tinubu in 2027.” ADC chieftain and northern politician, Buba Galadima, gave that promise at the ADC convention last Tuesday. He was wrong. The corpse, the coffin and the carpenter will be buried by Hurricane Tinubu in the election of next year, unless... Unless what? Unless they remember that he is Jagaban Borgu and are ready to pay the price in full. Unless those who want to stop the chief warrior understand that noise is not power; that unity and crowd are not synonyms; and that a patient hunter, with quiet menace and inevitability, always defeats a shouting pack. Buba Galadima said a corpse would defeat Tinubu next year. He must have read too much of Brian McGrath’s 'Dead Men Running'. Through the lens of McGrath, we see American politics offering rare curiosities of the dead...

Okpebholo Grants Full Scholarship To Children Of Late Brigadier General Braimah Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Edo State Government has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, an indigene of the state who died in active service to the nation. The approval, granted by Governor Monday Okpebholo, ensures that the children’s education will be fully funded from their current levels through to university. The decision underscores the administration’s commitment to honouring the sacrifice of fallen military personnel and supporting the families they leave behind. The beneficiaries are Farida Hussain-Braimah, 18, a 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University, Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, 16, currently in SS3 at Olumawu Senior School, Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, 12, a JSS2 pupil at Olumawu Junior Secondary School, Abuja. Governor Okpebholo, while speaking on the gesture, described it as b...

Tension As UK-Based Influencer Demands Apology From Don Pedro Obaseki By Our Reporter A UK-based Nigerian social media influencer, Osagie Aifuwa, has issued a two-week ultimatum to Nollywood filmmaker, Don Pedro Obaseki, demanding a public retraction and apology over comments he allegedly made following a recent reconciliation meeting in Benin City. Osagie, in a press statement released on Tuesday, condemned what he described as “highly irresponsible and divisive remarks” reportedly made by Obaseki while addressing individuals who had previously assaulted him in December 2025. The incident relates to an attack said to have occurred during a football game, allegedly led by Osaze Adun. Members of the group were later reported to have visited Obaseki’s residence to seek forgiveness. According to accounts circulating on social media, Obaseki, after granting pardon, allegedly urged the group to refrain from violence against members of the Benin ethnic group but was also quoted a...

Momoh Appeals To Regional Development Commissions To Prioritize Roads, Bridges Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin    The Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, has issued directives to regional development commissions not to pick up fresh projects without completing the already existing ones. He also advised them against duplication of efforts and inter-agency rivalry among the development commissions, insisting that “this has to stop.” The Minister gave the warning in Benin city , Edo state at the opening of a two-day sectoral retreat for the leadership team of the ministry, boards and management of the seven regional development commissions and national assembly members with the theme: Fresh Ideas to Unlock the Potentials of the Region. Abubakar, while reminding the regional development commissions why President Bola Tinubu established an additional development commissions, said “this bold initiative is not anchored in geo-political considerations but on a strate...

ESSC Boss, Enabulele Commends Edo Queens’ Impressive Victory ... Extols Super Six Qualification The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has commended Edo Queens Football Club for their outstanding performance following a convincing 2-0 victory over Naija Ratels FC of Abuja in Matchday 15 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership. In a statement issued by his Media Aide, Edoko Wilson Edoko, shortly after the encounter at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, Enabulele described the team’s qualification for the Super Six as a testament to their resilience, discipline, and unwavering commitment to excellence. “I am highly impressed with the performance of Edo Queens. This victory and qualification for the Super Six reflect the hard work, determination, and team spirit that define this great squad,” he said. Enabulele specifically praised the goal scorers, Inyang Esther and Doosuur Atume, for their clinical fin...

An Earthquake Which Redefines Edo Central Political Landscape By Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele PhD Edo Central’s political terrain shifted decisively this Tuesday as former Senator Clifford Ordia and ex-House of Representatives member Joseph Edionwele formally exited the very depleted Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), in a development that immediately reconfigured alliances across Esanland and beyond. The announcement, made at a densely packed political gathering at Eguare Primary School in Irrua, the heartbeat of Esan politics, unfolded against a charged atmosphere of chants, solidarity songs, and repeated declarations that “Edo is shining". This was the slogan that echoed through the venue as APC stalwarts and supporters waved party colours and danced in procession from Usugbenu Junction to the event ground. What began as a routine political reception for decampees quickly evolved into a symbolic realignment of influence in Edo Centr...

Okpebholo Insists President Tinubu Believes In Nigeria’s Future  ... As Edo Governor Hands Over Rebuilt Ekpoma Shops, Rewards Fire Victims Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a man that believes in the future of Nigeria, as he demonstrated his administration’s commitment to development by handing over rebuilt shops destroyed in the January fire incident in Ekpoma and rewarding affected victims. The governor made the remark in Ekpoma and Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area, during the inauguration of ward and local government coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors and a defection rally, where he highlighted the impact of the Federal Government’s economic reforms. The event held at Eguare Public field in Irrua, witnessed the official defection by major opposition political party into the All Progressive Congress (APC). Notable politicians who led the groups included Sen Clifford Ordia, Hon. Joe Edionwele, Chief...

Alleged 25 Million Petrol Theft: NNPC Witness Turns Against MT Ostria Others By Editor  Citing Ireporter Online, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, called its second prosecution witness in the ongoing trial involving the vessel MT Ostria and three others over the alleged theft of 25,354,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, belonging to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Retail Limited. TV Networks & Stations The case is being heard before Justice Mojisola Dada at the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos. The defendants, MT Ostria, Captain Raymundo A. Panaligam, Chief Officer Roneno Villarin, and Vincent Wayas, were earlier arraigned on October 29, 2025, by the anti-graft agency on a four-count charge bordering on conspiracy and stealing. The charges are said to contravene Sections 411 and 280 and are punishable under Section 287 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. During the ...

Humiliation:  Obaseki Shares Tears, Forgives Assaulters In Edo ...Says He Is Not An Enemy Of Palace  Pedro Obaseki, a cousin to former Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, has asserted that he has forgiven those who assaulted him on December 28, 2025, at Uwa Primary School in Benin City, describing the decision as a necessary step towards unity and healing in Edo State. While forgiving his assaulters Pedro Obaseki was seen sharing tears in a video circulating in the social media. It would be recalled that Pedro Obaseki was reportedly attacked by a group of youths allegedly led by Osaze Adun also known as (Kapuepue) while playing football at the school.  The incident, which drew widespread condemnation, saw the 60-year-old stripped and forced to walk several kilometres to the Palace of the Oba of Benin. Addressing a gathering at his residence in Benin City when the assailants visited to seek forgiveness, Obaseki said although the incident left him de...

Eedris Abdulkareem Rates Okpebholo High On Infrastructural Advancement ... Promises To Speak On Edo State Dev Through His Music  The Nigerian singer, rapper and the Jagajaga crooner Eedris Turayo Abdulkareem Ajenifuja popularly known professionally as Eedris Abdulkareem, commended  Governor Monday Okpebholo on his developmental stride across the State scoring his administration high on infrastructural development. The Commissioner for Information and communication Prince Kasim Afegbua took the music star round some legacy projects of the governor Monday Okpebholo led administration. The projects visited include Sepele road flyover at Adesuwa junction, road construction at NEPA junction Sapele road, Ramat Park Flyover, road projects at Temboga amongst others. AbdulKareem was in Edo Central Senatorial District over the weekend with Governor Monday Okpebholo to inspect projects before embarking on the inspection tour of projects in Edo South Senatorial District. The N...

TUESDAY FLAT OUT Count Your Sufferings: Tinubu’s Gospel Of Comparison By Suyi Ayodele (Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, April 14, 2026) https://tribuneonlineng.com/count-your-sufferings-tinubus-gospel-of-comparison/   There is a joke about a child who failed his promotion examination. The child devised a painless get-away way to break the bad news to his no-nonsense parents.  Striding home with all smiles, the child opened the conversation with his parents. First, he asked his father if he remembered Orikogbo Orimoogunje, the brilliant boy who represented the school in a science quiz competition, a year before. The father affirmed that he could picture the boy. Then the child announced: ‘He failed the promotion examination,’ and the parents both exclaimed: “What!” Next, the smart boy turned to the mother and asked if she remembered Idiileke, the daughter of her friend, Ibadiaran. The mother answered in affirmation. The child asked again if the mother c...

Aiguobasinmwin Movement Calls On APC Leaders Not To Give Some Aspirants  Ticket In Edo South Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Aiguobasinmwin Movement Worldwide, a Socio-Cultural Defenders of the Rich Culture, Traditions Customs and Heritage of the Edo Nation on Monday called on leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo South Senatorial District to ensure that certain aspirants contesting for the Oredo and Uhunwonde/Orhionmwon Federal constituencies are not given APC tickets in the forthcoming general election in the state. This was disclosed by the Movement’s President, General Secretary and Diaspora Coordinator, Mr. Iyamu Osaro Culture, Mr. Osayuki-Osa and Mr. Monday Ohuimumwen JP respectively during a press conference in Benin City, the state capital. Leaders of the Movement stated that detailed investigation into these aspirants unveiled substantial sponsorship of candidates promoters under the auspices of the APC are promoters of Toru Ebe and Anioma’s s...

Oroh Indicates Interest To Run For House Of Rep Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  A former member of the House of Representatives, Abdul Oroh, has called for immediate establishment of state police as a way to tackle insecurity at the local level. He also called for stronger institutions, job creation through agriculture and commerce, and better utilisation of natural resources to curb youth restiveness. Oroh made the call on Monday at Ivbiaro, Owan East LGA of Edo State, where he declared his intention to return to the National Assembly in next year’s national assembly election. The human rights activist who represented Owan Federal Constituency between 2003 and 2007, expressed concerns over poor electricity supply and lack of basic infrastructure in the constituency. Oroh, who served as commissioner under the administration of Adams Oshiomhole, said his decision to run again was driven by a desire to address pressing challenges facing the constituency, including insecurity, ec...