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Seplat Energy Commissions Three New STEAM Labs in Benin City Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  As part of its continuous investment in the education sector, the NEPL/Seplat Energy Joint Venture has commissioned three new state-of-the-art Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in Benin City, Edo State. The three laboratories commissioned and handed over to the Edo State Ministry of Education on Thursday, June 26, 2025, are located at Niger College, Army Day Secondary School, and Oba Akenzua Secondary School.  These are in addition to the three existing STEAM Labs earlier commissioned at Ihogbe College, New Era College and Edo Boys High School, all in Benin City, to deepen the JV’s investment in education across its host communities. The Director, External Affairs & Social Performance, Seplat Energy, Chioma Afe, thanked the government of Edo State, under His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, for providing the enabling environment ...

High Court Declares Nnamdi Kanu’s Transfer To Nigeria Illegal ...Awards Damages Against Kenyan  By Editor  A High Court of Kenya, sitting in Nairobi has declared the abduction and detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu from Kenya to Nigeria in June 2021 unlawful and illegal. The court also awarded compensatory damages of 10 million Kenyan shillings against the Kenyan Government for gross violations of Mazi Kanu’s fundamental human rights. The presiding judge Justice E.C. Mwita in his judgement faulted both the Nigeria and Kenya governments for rendition of Nnamdi Kanu in gross violations of his rights as guaranteed by the constitutions, reports Nigerian Tribune. According to Justice E.C. Mwita “having considered the pleadings and arguments by parties, the decisions relied on, the Constitution and the law, I come to the following conclusions; “First, the government of Kenya violated the Constitution and Mr. Nnamdi Kanu’s rights and fundamental freedoms. Having entered Kenya ...

Edo NLA Boss Seeks For Financial Support From NUJ ...Extols The Union For His Great Achievements Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Edo state Chapter Chairman of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA), Dr.Tony Ikponmwosa Obaseki, has called for partnership and collaboration with the Edo state chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists to enable them get more publicity. Dr.Tony  Obaseki made the statements during a courtesy visit to the NUJ Secretariat in Benin city, congratulated the Union for the achievements under Dr. Festus Alenkhe leadership.   He said,"On behalf of our delegation, and the entire members of the Nigerian Library Association, Edo State Chapter, | express our sincere gratitude to you, for taking the time to receive us despite your demanding schedule.  "Your warm reception reflects not only your high regard for Librarianship but also your deep understanding of the critical role Libraries plays in advancing education, research, and knowledge di...

Kano High Court Sentences Six Child Traffickers To 120 Years Imprisonment  By Editor  Wonder shall never cease, as six members of a notorious child abduction syndicate has been sentenced by a Kano State High Court to a combined 120 years in prison for their roles in abducting and trafficking children under the age of 10. The syndicate was arrested in 2019, and the final judgment has brought to a close a six-year-long trial that shocked the public and drew attention to child trafficking in Nigeria.  The children were abducted from Kano in 2014 and sold in Onitsha, Anambra State. The convicts-Mercy Paul, Ebere Ogbono, Emmanuel Igwe, Loise Duru, Monica Oracha, and Chinelo Ifedigwe-were found guilty of concealment, abetment, kidnapping, and trafficking of minors.  The syndicate leader, Mr. Paul Onwe, was previously sentenced to 104 years in July 2021 after pleading guilty to 38 counts. The six co-defendants, however, pleaded not guilty and were subsequently t...

Benue Village Names Cemetery After President Tinubu For Helping Killers’ Herders In Protest  By Editor  YELWATA community in Benue State has erected a signpost reading “Tinubu Cemetery” in protest against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s insensitivity for slumbering the community during his visit to the state capital, Makurdi. It would be recalled over 200 people were killed in the midnight attacks on the 14th of this month, which lasted for several hours without intervention from the nation’s docile security agencies. The signpost is a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, with residents demanding action and accountability for the government’s failure to protect its citizens. The protesters are citing Section 14(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution, which states that “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government.” They are calling for the government to prioritize the safety and well-being of its citizens and bring...

Nigeria Patriots Call For A New Constitution For True Federalism Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Edo state representative of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Committee, South South position on true federalism, Prof. Yinka Omorogbe, SAN, said what they are trying to do is to see how they can come out with a new federal constitution that would address the current Nigeria challenges. Prof. Omorogbe made the statements at PANDEF Edo stakeholders workshop/meeting on the South South position on true Federalism, Benin city, Edo state, said they decided to call for a new constitution because the old constitution is outdated and is no longer working. She asserted," What we are trying to do is to field into a process that has being spearheaded by the patriots. Patriots are distinguished eminents Nigerians, who believe in a better Nigeria. " They have called for a new constitution because it's obvious that this old constitution has nothing to declare. Is a turn down milit...

Senator Owie Builds Grotto Edifice For St. Stephen Church In Honour Of His Late Wife  ...As Archbishop Akubeze Hails His Generosity  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  Former Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Senator Roland Owie has built and donated a grotto edifice to St. Stephen Catholic church in Egbeta community, in Ovia North East of Edo state, in honour of his late wife, Lady Helen Owie NoYo. Extolling Senator Owie for his generosity, the Archbishop of Benin Diocese, Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze, said, " for the parishioners you have this grotto now. You will come here always to present your petitions to Our Lady. " And you heard the long prayers that you said. Our Lady will hear your prayers and grant your requests. But, you have to confess before she will do that. So, if you have any difficulties and challenges. There is blessed sacrament in the church and grotto to tell our lady what you have told the Lord. Then your proble...