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![One Person Dead, Others Critically Injured As Suspected Herders Attack Edo Community]()
One Person Dead, Others Critically Injured As Suspected Herders Attack Edo Community
One person has been feared killed and others injured in Ukhun community in Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State by suspected Fulani herdsmen.This is coming despite efforts by the state government to rid the state of criminal herdsmen and kidnappers.The latest attack, which took place, the w... -
![Check Photos/Video Of Nollywood Stars Storming Uyo As Actress, Ini Edo Lays Her Father To Rest]()
Check Photos/Video Of Nollywood Stars Storming Uyo As Actress, Ini Edo Lays Her Father To Rest
Many Nollywood superstars stormed the city of Uyo in Akwa Ibom State yesterday, March 21, to commiserate with popular actress, Ini Edo as she laid her father to rest.The actress lost her father weeks back and her family gave him a befitting burial. Her colleagues, including Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic... -
![Everyone Should Stay Away From Crime - Kidnapper Laments As Edo Govt Demolishes His House]()
Everyone Should Stay Away From Crime - Kidnapper Laments As Edo Govt Demolishes His House
The government of Edo State has demolished the property of a suspected kidnapper identified as Oboh Odianosen, in Uromi, Esan North Local Government Area of the state.The state’s Task Force against Kidnapping carried out the demolition on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, following Odianosen’s arrest ... -
![EFCC Arrests Edo Gov’s Aide Over Alleged Naira Abuse]()
EFCC Arrests Edo Gov’s Aide Over Alleged Naira Abuse
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Kelly Okungbowa, the suspended coordinator of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team (PSRT), for alleged abuse of the naira.Okungbowa, popularly known as "Ebo Stone," was taken into custody by operatives of the EFCC’s B... -
![Rainstorms Wreck Havoc in Edo Communities, Render Hundreds Homeless]()
Rainstorms Wreck Havoc in Edo Communities, Render Hundreds Homeless
Hundreds of persons have been reportedly rendered homeless in a rainstorm that destroyed over 100 houses in communities in Akoko-Edo local government area in Edo state.Some of the victims sustained various degrees of injuries.Yekini Idaiye, lawmaker, representing Akoko Edo I in the State House of A... -
![Homeless People In Hundreds As Rainstorm Destroys Houses In Edo Communities]()
Homeless People In Hundreds As Rainstorm Destroys Houses In Edo Communities
Hundreds of persons have been reportedly rendered homeless in a rainstorm that destroyed over 100 houses in communities in Akoko-Edo local government area in Edo state.It was reported that some of the victims sustained various degrees of injuries.Yekini Idaiye, lawmaker, representing Akoko Edo I in... -
![2yr Old Gift Kelly Osaho Killed in Cold Blood as Revenue Enforcers Clash With Driver in Edo (VID)]()
2yr Old Gift Kelly Osaho Killed in Cold Blood as Revenue Enforcers Clash With Driver in Edo (VID)
A tragic incident occurred in Benin City, Edo State, where a two-year-old girl, Gift Kelly Osaho, lost her life during a confrontation between members of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team (PSR) and a commercial bus driver. The PSR agents attempted to seize the steering wheel of the moving b... -
![Seminarian Dies in Kidnappers Den, While Priest Abducted With Him Regains Freedom in Edo]()
Seminarian Dies in Kidnappers Den, While Priest Abducted With Him Regains Freedom in Edo
A Seminarian, Peter Andrew, who was kidnapped alongside a Catholic priest on March 3 at the St. Peter Catholic Church, Iviukha in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State has d!ed in the kidnappers’ den.His body is however yet to be located.The parish priest, Rev. Fr. Philip Ekeli regained ... -
![Police Launch Probe As Bus Driver Fleeing Arrest Crushes 2 Year Old Girl To Death In Edo]()
Police Launch Probe As Bus Driver Fleeing Arrest Crushes 2 Year Old Girl To Death In Edo
The Edo State Police Command has commenced a thorough probe into the tragic motor accident that led to the demise of a 2-year-old girl. The unfortunate incident occurred on Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 at about 1730hrs, at the Ring Road area of Benin-City. It was gathered that the minor was crushed ... -
![How Edo Revenue Collectors Hack Truck Driver To Death]()
How Edo Revenue Collectors Hack Truck Driver To Death
Some yet-to-be-identified revenue collectors of Ahor Community Development Association, Edo State, have reportedly hacked a truck driver, Suleiman Bala over ₦1000 revenue ticket.The incident reportedly occurred on February 23, 2025, at Ahor Community, along Benin/Auchi Bye Pass, in suburbs of Ben... -
![Police Arrest 27-Year-Old Man, Uwadiae Airebiuwa With Fresh Human Head in Edo (Video)]()
Police Arrest 27-Year-Old Man, Uwadiae Airebiuwa With Fresh Human Head in Edo (Video)
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Uwadiae Airebiuwa, after he was found in possession of a fresh human head in Oredo Local Government Area.The arrest took place on March 7, 2025, at Igbinudu Street, Evbuotubu Quarters, following a routine patrol by operatives of the Evbuo... -
![Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Abduction Of Catholic Priest And Seminarian In Edo]()
Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Abduction Of Catholic Priest And Seminarian In Edo
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Rev. Fr. Philip Ekweli and Seminarian Peter Andrew by suspected herders at St. Peter Catholic Church, Ivukwa community, Etsako East Local Government Area. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Moses Yamu, in a statement on Tuesday, March 4, 2... -
![Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest And Seminarian In Edo]()
Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest And Seminarian In Edo
Gunmen suspected to be armed Fulani attackers have abducted a Catholic priest, Rev. Father Philip Ekeli, and a seminarian, Peter Andrew, from St. Peter Catholic Church in Iviukwa Community, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Police sources confirmed the incident to security analyst, Za... -
![Market Women Protest Death of Success Izekor, The Pregnant Woman Killed by Her Husband in Edo (VID)]()
Market Women Protest Death of Success Izekor, The Pregnant Woman Killed by Her Husband in Edo (VID)
Women from the Ikpoba Hill Market Women Association staged a protest in Benin City, demanding justice after the m8rder of 38-year-old trader, Ugiagbe Success Izekor by her husband, Kelvin Izekor.Success, who was four months pregnant, was k!lled by her husband at their residence on No. 50, Upp... -
![Edo Police Arrests Five Suspects For Alleged Killing Of Farmers]()
Edo Police Arrests Five Suspects For Alleged Killing Of Farmers
The Edo State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested five suspects who were allegedly involved in the killings of farmers in two separate communities in Edo State.New Telegraph recalls that two persons were killed in Eware Community in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State on Thursd... -
![Shortly After Her Father's Demise, Actress Ini Edo Grieves Over Death Of Close Friend]()
Shortly After Her Father's Demise, Actress Ini Edo Grieves Over Death Of Close Friend
Nollywood actress Ini Edo has taken to her page to mourn the death of her close friend a few days after losing her father.Recall that a few days ago, the actress took to her page to announce the passing of her beloved father. The actress shared the heartbreaking news in a heartfelt tribute on Insta... -
![Suspected Herdsmen Machete Two To Death In Edo]()
Suspected Herdsmen Machete Two To Death In Edo
Herdsmen on Thursday killed two farmers identified as Lucky Salami and Julius Arewa in Eware village Etsako West local government area with machetes while a third person identified as Omokhagbon Abu popularly known Udugboya is said to be battling to survive in an undisclosed hospital.This fresh kil... -
![Edo Police Arrest Pastor, Ijebor Simon, One Other For Killing Minor]()
Edo Police Arrest Pastor, Ijebor Simon, One Other For Killing Minor
The Edo State Police Command on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of two suspects, 45-year-old Pastor Ijebor Simon and Destiny Okojabhole aged 23 years, over the murder of seven-year-old Evans Okojabhole.Speaking on the arrest, the state command PPRO, Moses Yamu, noted that the incident was reported b... -
![How Unknown Gunmen Kill Two Farmers In Edo]()
How Unknown Gunmen Kill Two Farmers In Edo
At least two farmers have been killed by some yet to be identified gunmen in Okpekpe community, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State.It was gathered that the victims, Philip Batemue and Christopher Bello, were gruesomely murdered on their farms, on Monday, by the criminal elements.Confirm... -
![Nollywood Actress, Ini Edo Mourns Death of Her Dad]()
Nollywood Actress, Ini Edo Mourns Death of Her Dad
Condolences have poured in for multi-award-winning Nollywood actress, Ini Edo, following the heartbreaking announcement of her father’s passing.Taking to Instagram, the actress described this as her hardest social media post, referring to her father as her greatest cheerleader and first love.Whil... -
![How I Govern Edo State With Oshiomole - Governor Monday Okpebholo Spills (Video)]()
How I Govern Edo State With Oshiomole - Governor Monday Okpebholo Spills (Video)
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has refuted claims that his predecessor, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, dictates his administration's decisions. In an interview on Channels Television's "Politics Today," Okpebholo described Oshiomhole as a supportive figure who grants him auton... -
![Vigilante Arrested For Allegedly Killing Artisan And Setting His Corpse Ablaze In Edo]()
Vigilante Arrested For Allegedly Killing Artisan And Setting His Corpse Ablaze In Edo
A local vigilante has been arrested by the Edo State Police Command in Benin City for allegedly k!lling an artisan identified as Lasan Osaze Erhabor and setting his corpse ablaze after falsely labeling him a thief. The spokesperson of the command, Moses Yamu, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday... -
![Man, Kelvin Izekor Arrested for Allegedly Killing Wife, Success Izekor in Edo State]()
Man, Kelvin Izekor Arrested for Allegedly Killing Wife, Success Izekor in Edo State
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a man, Kelvin Izekor, for allegedly killing his wife, Success Izekor, in Benin City. According to a statement released on Sunday by the command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, the suspect was taken into custody after being rescued from an angry mob that... -
![Edo Vigilante Arrested for Killing Artisan, Lasan Osaze Erhabor; Burning Corpse in Benin]()
Edo Vigilante Arrested for Killing Artisan, Lasan Osaze Erhabor; Burning Corpse in Benin
The Edo State Police Command has apprehended a local vigilante operative for allegedly shooting an artisan to death and setting his corpse on fire in Benin City. The Command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Sunday, revealing that officers from the Textile M... -
!['I Don’t Have godfathers" — Edo Gov Okpebholo]()
'I Don’t Have godfathers" — Edo Gov Okpebholo
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has dismissed reports that he was selected by political godfathers to be remotely controlled as the state’s number one citizen.Okpebholo debunked the claims during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme when questioned about his polit... -
![Edo Assembly Approves Death Sentence For Kidnapping]()
Edo Assembly Approves Death Sentence For Kidnapping
The Edo House of Assembly on Tuesday passed the State Kidnapping prohibition law 2025 and approved death sentence for offenders.The majority leader, Charity Aiguobarueghian had earlier moved the motion for the house to resolve into the committee of the whole to consider the bill clause-by-clause.Th... -
![Lassa Fever Claims 13 Lives In Edo, 3 Monkeypox Cases Recorded]()
Lassa Fever Claims 13 Lives In Edo, 3 Monkeypox Cases Recorded
The Edo State Government yesterday confirmed the death of 13 people from the outbreak of Lassa fever in the state.The Ministry of Health Director of Public Health Stephenson Ojeifo gave the update in Benin.According to him, three cases of Mpox otherwise known as Monkeypox were also recorded, though... -
![Popular Actress, Ini Edo Opens Up on Failed Marriage, Miscarriages, & Motherhood Journey]()
Popular Actress, Ini Edo Opens Up on Failed Marriage, Miscarriages, & Motherhood Journey
Popular Nollywood actress Ini Edo has shared emotional details about how her once carefully planned marriage and motherhood journey took unexpected turns. Speaking on *The Buzz* podcast, the screen diva revealed that she tied the knot at the age of 26 with a vision of completing childbearing ... -
![Pastor, Leo Olu Martins Lists 7 Reasons Why Edo Lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru Should Not Consider 2baba For Marriage]()
Pastor, Leo Olu Martins Lists 7 Reasons Why Edo Lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru Should Not Consider 2baba For Marriage
Reverend Leo Olu Martins, a pastor and relationship expert, has listed seven reasons why Natasha Osawaru, the deputy majority leader of the Edo state house of assembly, “should not even consider” music star Innocent Idibia (2baba).In a recent Facebook post, Olu martins said, among others, 2baba... -
![Edo Security Corps Arrests 18 Suspected Kidnappers, Armed Robbers]()
Edo Security Corps Arrests 18 Suspected Kidnappers, Armed Robbers
The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has arrested 18 suspected criminals linked to kidnapping and armed robbery across the state. According to a statement issued by the corps commandant, retired Commissioner of Police Friday Ibadin, the suspects were apprehended during a security operation alo... -
![Reactions as Tuface Deletes Posts Confirming His Affairs With Edo Lawmaker, Natasha]()
Reactions as Tuface Deletes Posts Confirming His Affairs With Edo Lawmaker, Natasha
Nigerian singer, Tubaba Idibia has now deleted the posts he made on his Instagram post confirming his relationship with Edo lawmaker, Natasha Osaruwu, which sparked reactions online.The singer shared several posts last night, including a video, where he made it clear that he loves Natasha and would... -
![Tuface Finally Comes Clean on His Relationship With Edo House Member, Natasha Macaulay (VID)]()
Tuface Finally Comes Clean on His Relationship With Edo House Member, Natasha Macaulay (VID)
Music legend 2face Idibia has spoken out about his divorce from Annie Idibia and his new relationship with Natasha MacaulayIn a video message, 2face clarified that Natasha had no involvement in his divorce and should not be blamed or labeled as a “home breaker.”2face expressed his admiration fo... -
![Edo Governor Okpebholo’s Lone Witness Admits To Over-Voting, Confirms Electoral Act Violation]()
Edo Governor Okpebholo’s Lone Witness Admits To Over-Voting, Confirms Electoral Act Violation
Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo has closed his defense with a single witness at the Edo State Election Petition Tribunal. However, the Peoples Democratic Party in the state has claimed the submission made by the witness strengthened their case by confirming electoral malpractice and a violation of t... -
!["We Paid Ransom" - Edo Lawmaker Says Police Lied On Rescue Of Traditional Ruler]()
"We Paid Ransom" - Edo Lawmaker Says Police Lied On Rescue Of Traditional Ruler
The lawmaker representing Igueben constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, Inegbeboh Eugene, has debunked claims by the Police and the State Security Corps (ESSC), that they were responsible for the rescue of the traditional ruler of Udo-Eguare kingdom in Igueben Local Government Area, HRH ... -
![Watch Clips Of 2baba Attending EDHA Plenary Amid Allegation Of Dating Edo State House Member]()
Watch Clips Of 2baba Attending EDHA Plenary Amid Allegation Of Dating Edo State House Member
Nigerian iconic singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2baba, has caught the attention of many online with his appearance at the Edo state House of Assembly.The artist, who announced his split from his wife and mother of two of his children last month, has been accused online of dating an Edo s... -
![Confusion As Police, Edo Security Corps Clash Over Abducted Monarch’s Rescue]()
Confusion As Police, Edo Security Corps Clash Over Abducted Monarch’s Rescue
There was confusion yesterday as the Edo State Security Corps clashed with police over who gets the credit of the rescue of the Onogie of UdoEguare community Friday Ehizojie.The Onogie was kidnapped on the February 3 after he was reportedly ambushed by the gunmen who shot an Okada rider dead before... -
![Edo Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Osazee Okungbowa Intensify Manhunt For Suspects]()
Edo Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Osazee Okungbowa Intensify Manhunt For Suspects
Edo State Police Command operatives have successfully rescued Osazee Okungbowa, a man abducted from his residence in Owanoba Community. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Moses Joel Yamu, confirmed the rescue in a statement on Sunday, February 9, 2025, assuring the public that efforts to appre... -
![Edo Police Rescue Kidnapped Traditional Ruler, Onogie of Udo-Eguare]()
Edo Police Rescue Kidnapped Traditional Ruler, Onogie of Udo-Eguare
The Edo State Police Command has successfully rescued His Royal Highness, Friday Ehizojie, the Onogie of Udo-Eguare, who was kidnapped on February 3. The monarch, abducted while traveling on a commercial motorcycle between Ubiaja and Udo community in Igueben Local Government Area, was freed o... -
![Police Arrest 4 NSCDC Operatives Over Death Of Bolt Driver In Edo]()
Police Arrest 4 NSCDC Operatives Over Death Of Bolt Driver In Edo
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested four officials of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, for allegedly assaulting a Bolt driver identified as Henry Osarodion Osemwenkhia.Gistmania reports that the Public Relations Officer of the Command, Moses Yamu, who confir... -
![Gunmen Abduct Edo Traditional Ruler And Four Others, Kill Okada Rider]()
Gunmen Abduct Edo Traditional Ruler And Four Others, Kill Okada Rider
His Royal Highness Friday Ehizojie, the traditional ruler (Onogie) of Udo-Eguare, in Igueben Local Government Area of Edo State, has been abducted by unknown gunmen.The monarch was on a commercial motorcycle when they were ambushed by the gunmen at a forest between Ubiaja, by rest house junction an...
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