Okpebholo at 55: Governor Marks Birthday with Thanksgiving, Declares Victories Against Cultism, Kidnapping, and Crime
Gov Okpebholo Reaffirms Commitment to Fight Cultism and Kidnapping in Edo State Gov Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to confronting and defeating the twin scourges of cultism and kidnapping, which have long plagued the state. Speaking at a special thanksgiving service held at the Government House Chapel to mark his 55th birthday, Governor Okpebholo […]
2027: PDP, CUPP, SDP Slam APC Over “Open” Presidential Ticket Declaration
Opposition parties accuse APC of deceptive tactics and pre-arranged outcome ahead of 2027 elections Prominent opposition parties the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), and the Social Democratic Party (SDP) have strongly criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for what they call a “deceptive” declaration of an open 2027 […]
Gov Okpebholo Decorates 42 Newly-Promoted Police Officers
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has decorated forty-two Promoted Police Officers attached to the Government House in Benin City following their recent promotion, with a charge to uphold integrity, professionalism, and renewed dedication to safeguarding lives and property. Represented at the decoration ceremony by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Gani Audu, Governor Okpebholo congratulated […]
Passport Fees Increased: FG Hikes Cost to ₦100,000 and ₦200,000 Starting September 1, 2025
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a significant increase in passport fees, with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) confirming that the new charges ₦100,000 for a 32-page passport and ₦200,000 for a 64-page passport will take effect from September 1, 2025. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) announced on Thursday, August 28, that starting September […]
KADUNA BY-ELECTION SHOCKER: APC BREAKS THE MOLD WITH HISTORIC WIN IN CHIKUN/KAJURU
In a political game-changer, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has scored a resounding victory in the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency by-election, shaking up long-held assumptions and cementing Governor Uba Sani’s reputation for inclusive, people-first leadership. Kaduna State’s incoming Commissioner of Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, hailed the win as a clear testament to the trust communities now place […]
PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS WITH APC CHAIRMAN YILWATDA ON THE LOSS OF HIS BELOVED MOTHER
In a touching message of sympathy, President Bola Tinubu has extended his deepest condolences to the National Chairman of the All-Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, following the passing of his beloved mother, Mama Lydia Yilwatda. Mama Lydia, who peacefully passed away on Sunday morning at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital at the age […]
Governor Okpebholo Boosts Education and Infrastructure in Edo State Ahead of By-Elections
₦1 Billion Bursary Scheme Announced, College of Education Revived in Igueben, and Grassroots Mobilization Intensifies As Edo State gears up for crucial by-elections, Governor Monday Okpebholo has reiterated his administration’s commitment to education and infrastructural development, positioning the state for long-term socio-economic growth. Reviving Education in Edo: ₦1 Billion Bursary Scheme Unveiled Speaking during the […]
INEC EXPLAINS LABOUR PARTY’S DISQUALIFICATION FROM EDO BY-ELECTIONS AMID RISING TENSIONS
The heat is on in Edo State as the Labour Party finds itself locked out of the upcoming National Assembly by-elections—prompting outrage and protest at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Led by Barrister Julius Abure, top officials of the Labour Party stormed INEC’s Abuja office on Wednesday, protesting the party’s exclusion […]
PDP Sets November 15–16, 2025, for National Convention in Ibadan — A New Chapter Begins
In what many are calling a fresh wave of unity, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has officially scheduled its Elective National Convention for November 15–16, 2025, to be held in Ibadan, Oyo State. The announcement came after the party’s 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, held on July 24 in Abuja. Damagum and Anyanwu of […]
Presidency Fires Back at Kwankwaso, Defends Northern Projects Amid Marginalisation Claims
The Presidency has issued a strong rebuttal to Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s recent allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is marginalising Northern Nigeria in the allocation of federal resources. Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), had accused the government of disproportionately channeling national funds toward the southern region, […]
