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![IGP Withdraws Security Aides From VIPs, to Deploy 35,000 Officers to Edo Ahead of Election]()
IGP Withdraws Security Aides From VIPs, to Deploy 35,000 Officers to Edo Ahead of Election
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced on Wednesday that 35,000 police officers will be deployed across Edo State for the September 21 governorship election.Additionally, 8,000 personnel from sister security agencies, including the armed forces and the Nigerian Security and Civil ... -
![Face Of 18Yr Old Boy, Kingsley Paul Who Stabs His 38Yr Old Lover To Death In Edo Hotel]()
Face Of 18Yr Old Boy, Kingsley Paul Who Stabs His 38Yr Old Lover To Death In Edo Hotel
An 18-year-old suspect, Kingsley Paul has been arrested for stabbing his 38-year-old lover to death in a hotel in Benin. This is according to the Edo State Police Command. The incident was said to have happened at the Ekehuan Barracks axis of the state. Parading the suspect alongside other suspects... -
![Irate Mob Beat Thief Armed With Gun & Knife to Death in Edo State]()
Irate Mob Beat Thief Armed With Gun & Knife to Death in Edo State
A suspected armed robber was b£aten to d£ath by an angry mob in Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State. The spokesperson of the State Police Command, SP Moses Joel Yamu, who confirmed the incident in a statement at the weekend said the suspect and two members of his gang invaded a compound ... -
![Watch Moment Adams Oshiomole Tap Edo APC Guber Candidate, Monday Okpebholo After Promising Edo Citizens 'Insecurity']()
Watch Moment Adams Oshiomole Tap Edo APC Guber Candidate, Monday Okpebholo After Promising Edo Citizens 'Insecurity'
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has become a trending topic on social media after a verbal blunder during a recent campaign rally.While addressing a crowd of supporters, Okpebholo mistakenly pledged to provide Edo indigenes with "inse... -
![Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki Postpones School Resumption Indefinitely Over Fuel Price Hike]()
Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki Postpones School Resumption Indefinitely Over Fuel Price Hike
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has announced the indefinite postponement of the resumption of all public and private schools in the state due to the recent surge in fuel prices.The announcement was made in a memo issued by Ojo Akin-Longe, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, ... -
![Edo Declares Cholera Outbreak, Confirms 6 Cases]()
Edo Declares Cholera Outbreak, Confirms 6 Cases
Edo State Government on Thursday declared a cholera outbreak in the state, confirming six cases of the disease so far.The Director, Public Health in the State Ministry of Health, Dr Stephenson Ojeifo, made the announcement during a news conference in Benin, stressing that the six confirmed cases we... -
![Edo Police Parades Man For Stealing Artefacts In Esama Of Benin’s House]()
Edo Police Parades Man For Stealing Artefacts In Esama Of Benin’s House
The Edo State Police Command on Wednesday paraded 18-years-old, Adamu Usman, from Kano State for stealing artefacts from the GRA, Benin City residence of the Esama of Benin Kingdom, Chief Gabriel Igbinedion.The Command also arrested 27-year-old, Ibrahim Yahaya for kidnapping Mr Igbinosun Evans, a l... -
![Suspected Kidnapper Nabbed After Collecting N7m Ransom From Family Of Abducted Edo Community Leader]()
Suspected Kidnapper Nabbed After Collecting N7m Ransom From Family Of Abducted Edo Community Leader
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Ibrahim Yahaya Jolly, for abducting Igbinosun Evans, the leader of the Ugbogui community in Ovia South-East Local Government Area of the state.The command spokesperson, SP Moses Joel Yamu, disclosed this on Wednesday, September 4, 202... -
![Edo Women Urge Oshiomhole To Apologise For Calling Obaseki’s Childless]()
Edo Women Urge Oshiomhole To Apologise For Calling Obaseki’s Childless
Women in Edo State have directed the lawmaker representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, to tender a public apology over his controversial remarks about the state's First Lady, Dr. Betsy Obaseki.Recall that Oshiomhole in a trending video, had reportedly referred to Dr. Obaseki as childless.The ... -
![19Yr Old 'Native Doctor' Shoots And Kills Client While Testing Bulletproof Charm In Edo]()
19Yr Old 'Native Doctor' Shoots And Kills Client While Testing Bulletproof Charm In Edo
A 19-year-old self-acclaimed native doctor, Timothy Dauda, has been arrested for shooting his client to d@ath while testing a bulletproof charm he had done for him in Edo State. The incident happened at Onumu Community, in Àkókò-Edo Local Government Area of the state. The spokesperson of the Sta... -
![Unknown Gunmen Kill Aide To Edo House Of Assembly Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku]()
Unknown Gunmen Kill Aide To Edo House Of Assembly Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku
Unknown gunmen have reportedly killed Samson Omoarebokhae, a Senior Special Assistant, SSA, to the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku.Gistmania reports that Ivy Adobo-Ebojele, the Special Adviser to the Speaker on Media disclosed this in a condolence message to the family... -
![Daddy Freeze Reacts As Rema Donates N105 Million To Christ Embassy Church In Edo]()
Daddy Freeze Reacts As Rema Donates N105 Million To Christ Embassy Church In Edo
Nigerian Media personality, Daddy Freeze has reacted to the news that singer Rema donated N105 million to the church he attended while growing up.On Sunday, September 1, Rema visited Christ Embassy in Benin, Edo State, and announced his generous donation.He pledged N40 million for church infrastruc... -
![Jubilation From Fans As Genevieve Nnaji Hangs Out With Ini Edo]()
Jubilation From Fans As Genevieve Nnaji Hangs Out With Ini Edo
Nollywood legends Ini Edo and Genevieve Nnaji hung out recently, and it served as a full circle moment for their fans.In the pictures Ini Edo posted, she could be seen hugging Genevieve Nnaji tight, as they smiled from ear to ear. Seeing recent pictures of Genevieve Nnaji on social media is a rare ... -
!['Ignore Hate, Tribalism' –Peter Obi Tells Igbo Lady Who Threatens To Poison Yorubas, Edo People]()
'Ignore Hate, Tribalism' –Peter Obi Tells Igbo Lady Who Threatens To Poison Yorubas, Edo People
Former Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi has condemned the Nigerian lady based in Canada, Amaka Sunnberger who called for the poisoning of Yorubas and Benin people.Obi urged Nigerians to unite and not allow tribalism and hate tear them apart.Sunnberger’s threats against Yoruba a... -
![EX Edo State Gov Oshiomole Spotted Gifting Cap And Apron Ahead Of Guber Election]()
EX Edo State Gov Oshiomole Spotted Gifting Cap And Apron Ahead Of Guber Election
Adams Oshiomhole, the former governor of Edo State in Nigeria, was recently seen giving out caps and aprons in the lead-up to the gubernatorial election. This act is often seen as a way to show support or rally people behind a particular candidate or political party. Oshiomhole has been a significa... -
![She's Not Igbo - Ohanaeze Disowns Woman Who Threatened To Kill Yoruba, Edo People]()
She's Not Igbo - Ohanaeze Disowns Woman Who Threatened To Kill Yoruba, Edo People
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, says the lady who posted the viral video “Poison Yoruba and Edo” on social media is not Igbo.The group said there was no sufficient evidence that the lady who posted the video was Igbo, adding that she did not in any way portray the Igbo character of thoughtfulnes... -
![Gov Obaseki Names Edo State Arena After Singer, Rema]()
Gov Obaseki Names Edo State Arena After Singer, Rema
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has revealed that the 6,000-capacity Edo Arena would be named after afrobeats global star, Rema.The governor announced this during the groundbreaking ceremony of the project in Benin City on Wednesday.Rema, who was in Benin for his homecoming concert at the Ogbe S... -
![Adorable Video Of Singer, Rema And His Mother At An Event In Edo State]()
Adorable Video Of Singer, Rema And His Mother At An Event In Edo State
Award-winning Nigerian singer, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema was seen in a viral video with his beautiful mother at an event in his home state, Edo.The young superstar was pictured with his mother in what many are describing as a heartwarming display of affection.At the event, Rema’s mot... -
![Group Tells Edo Gov., Obaseki To Apologise To Oba Of Benin Over Alleged Disrespect]()
Group Tells Edo Gov., Obaseki To Apologise To Oba Of Benin Over Alleged Disrespect
The Concerned People of Benin Nation, CPBN, has demanded a public apology from Governor Godwin Obaseki to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, for alleged “sacrilegious disrespect” to the revered throne of the Benin Kingdom.The group made the call on Tuesday in Benin at a news conference, giving th... -
![NDLEA Arrests Two 'Slay Queens" For Selling Illicit Drugs Online In Edo State (Photos)]()
NDLEA Arrests Two 'Slay Queens" For Selling Illicit Drugs Online In Edo State (Photos)
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have apprehended two young women in Edo State for allegedly selling illegal drugs online. The agency's spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, made this known in a statement released on Sunday, August 25.The suspects, identified as 26-year-ol... -
![AAC Candidate, Udoh Oberaifo Alleges Kidnap Attempts As Edo Governorship Election Nears]()
AAC Candidate, Udoh Oberaifo Alleges Kidnap Attempts As Edo Governorship Election Nears
As the campaign season heats up ahead of the September 21 Edo State governorship election, Udoh Oberaifo, the African Action Congress (AAC) candidate, has raised alarm over what he describes as targeted attempts on his life. Oberaifo claims that he narrowly escaped three kidnapping attempts while o... -
![Police Arrest Two Suspected Gunrunners In Edo, Seize 30 Illegal Firearms]()
Police Arrest Two Suspected Gunrunners In Edo, Seize 30 Illegal Firearms
[size=10pt] File photo [/size] In a significant operation ahead of the upcoming Edo gubernatorial election, operatives of the Zone 5 Headquarters of the Nigerian Police Force have apprehended two suspected gunrunners in Edo State.The Zonal Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Tijani Momoh, a... -
![Police Apprehends Two Suspects For Possession Of Arms In Edo]()
Police Apprehends Two Suspects For Possession Of Arms In Edo
The Edo State Police Command has arrested two suspects for possession of a double-barrel gun with 2 live cartridges. The spokesperson of the command, Moses Joel Yamu, who disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, August 22, 2024, said the suspects were arrested by officers of Ugbekun Division duri... -
![Edo State Records 3 Suspected Cases of Mpox]()
Edo State Records 3 Suspected Cases of Mpox
Dr. Stephenson Ojeifo, the Director of Public Health for the Edo State Ministry of Health, recently announced that the state has recorded three suspected cases of Mpox. These cases are currently under investigation to confirm whether they are indeed Mpox.He said, “We have three suspected cases ... -
![Police Arrest Couple Over Alleged Assault Of 8Yr Old Maid In Edo]()
Police Arrest Couple Over Alleged Assault Of 8Yr Old Maid In Edo
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a couple for allegedly assaulting their eight-year-old maid, simply identified as Miss Previous.Gistmania reports that the Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Moses Joel Iyamu, who confirmed the incident, said the victim is currently undergoing trea... -
![Nollywood Big Girl, Ini Edo Looks Beautiful In A Gold Outfit]()
Nollywood Big Girl, Ini Edo Looks Beautiful In A Gold Outfit
Nollywood big girl, Ini Edo has shared beautiful new photos of herself in a gold outfitActor Ik Ogbonna’s girlfriend shared this to the delight of her fans on Instagram.More photos below… ... -
![Youths Retaliate, Set Community Elder's House Ablaze After His Son Hacked Man to Death in Edo]()
Youths Retaliate, Set Community Elder's House Ablaze After His Son Hacked Man to Death in Edo
The incident in Eguare Ubiaja, Esan South-East Local Government Area of Edo State, is indeed tragic. According to reports, angry youths in the community set fire to the house of a community leader, Elder Obaseki Obiyan, after his son allegedly killed a young man named TJ. The incident reportedly to... -
![11 Suspected Members Of Different Cult Groups Crack Down By Edo Govt & Arrested]()
11 Suspected Members Of Different Cult Groups Crack Down By Edo Govt & Arrested
The Edo State Special Task Force on Anti-Cultism has arrested 11 suspected members of different cult groups across the state.The state Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, disclosed this at a press briefing on Thursday, August 15, 2024. While calling on cult members to r... -
![Edo State Govt Accuses Shaibu Of Impersonating Deputy Governor]()
Edo State Govt Accuses Shaibu Of Impersonating Deputy Governor
The Edo State Government has made an accusation against Philip Shaibu, the reinstated deputy governor of the state. The government accused him of impersonating the deputy governor of the state. Recall that the State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare accused Philip Shai... -
![Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Resumes Office, Warns Staff]()
Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Resumes Office, Warns Staff
Reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu has on Monday resumed office. Following his resumption, he directed all his staff to do the same by resuming their duties from the office of the deputy governor. Announcing his resumption via a video on X, Shaibu wrote: “In adherence to the C... -
![Edo Police Launch Investigation Into Suspicious Death Of Valchi Fast Food Employee, Fidelis Osaghae]()
Edo Police Launch Investigation Into Suspicious Death Of Valchi Fast Food Employee, Fidelis Osaghae
The Edo State Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation into the suspicious death of Fidelis Osaghae, an employee of Valchi Fast Food and Bar, who died under mysterious circumstances on July 29, 2024.Fidelis Osaghae was reportedly summoned by his employer, Valentine Oyemike, in the earl... -
![14-Year-Old Arrested For Alleged Rap3 Of Six-Year-Old in Edo State]()
14-Year-Old Arrested For Alleged Rap3 Of Six-Year-Old in Edo State
The Edo State Police Command has detained a 14-year-old boy accused of raping a six-year-old girl in Sobe, a community within Owan West Local Government Area. The arrest followed a formal complaint lodged by the victim's father.According to SP Moses Yamu, the Police Public Relations Officer, t... -
![Actress Ini Edo Loses 'Shanty Town' Ownership Fight to Filmmaker, Chinenye Nworah]()
Actress Ini Edo Loses 'Shanty Town' Ownership Fight to Filmmaker, Chinenye Nworah
The Nigerian Trademark Registry (NTR) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) have recently ruled in favor of filmmaker Chinenye Nworah in a legal dispute over the ownership rights of the popular Netflix series Shanty Town. The dispute involved actress Ini Edo, who was also listed as an executi... -
![IDP First-Class Graduate In Edo, Amos Ishaku Bags US Varsity PhD Scholarship]()
IDP First-Class Graduate In Edo, Amos Ishaku Bags US Varsity PhD Scholarship
A first-class graduate and internally displaced person in Uhogua camp, Edo State, Amos Ishaku, has bagged a fully-funded PhD scholarship at the University of Illinois, Chicago, USA.Ishaku in November 2023 graduated with first class in Chemical Engineering from the Edo State University Uzaire.The ID... -
![Edo Police Probe Suspicious Death Of Restaurant Manager, Fidelis Osaghae]()
Edo Police Probe Suspicious Death Of Restaurant Manager, Fidelis Osaghae
Edo State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the death of Fidelis Osaghae, a hotel manager at Va Lchi Fast Food and Bar in Auchi. Osaghee died under questionable circumstances on July 29, 2024.His family, through the Akin Fadeyi Foundation (AFF), a nonprofit civil society orga... -
![Edo State Protesters Shun Tinubu’s Appeal; Hold Prayer Service Amid National Demonstrations (Video)]()
Edo State Protesters Shun Tinubu’s Appeal; Hold Prayer Service Amid National Demonstrations (Video)
Despite President Bola Tinubu's call for an end to nationwide protests over the high cost of living, demonstrators in Edo State gathered on Sunday morning to attend a live church service and continue their movement. The protesters, assembling at Agho Junction on Ekenhuan Road, Benin City, pray... -
![5 Kidnappers Arrested For Killing Victim After Collecting N200,000 Ransom in Edo]()
5 Kidnappers Arrested For Killing Victim After Collecting N200,000 Ransom in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has arrested five suspected kidnappers involved in the tragic murder of a 29-year-old man, Smart Nwashiri. Despite receiving a ransom of N200,000, the suspects killed Nwashiri. The Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegboye, identified the suspects as Goodluck Ojieh, 37 (t... -
![Edo Market Women Protest Against Moves by Iyaloja of Lagos, Folasade Tinubu, to Impose a Leader on Them]()
Edo Market Women Protest Against Moves by Iyaloja of Lagos, Folasade Tinubu, to Impose a Leader on Them
In Edo State, market women have launched a protest against plans by the Iyaloja of Lagos, Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, to impose a leadership structure on their markets. This development, reported on July 25, 2024, has sparked widespread criticism and outrage among Edo residents who see it as an overreach ... -
![SHOCKING; Gistlover Exposes Nancy Isime, Ini Edo Among Female Celebrities Who Sleep With Senate Pres. Godwin Akpabio, Other Politicians]()
SHOCKING; Gistlover Exposes Nancy Isime, Ini Edo Among Female Celebrities Who Sleep With Senate Pres. Godwin Akpabio, Other Politicians
Nigerian popular blogger causes uproar online, drags celebrity women who sleeps with politicians especially the Nigerian senate president, Godwin Akpabio.Shockingly, she shared photos of the alleged ladies with caption below; Hello tueh tueh, meet the enemies of Nigeria disguise under being a celeb... -
![PHOTOS: Ini Edo Maintains 'Steeze' Amid Claims Of Dating Senate Pres. Akpabio]()
PHOTOS: Ini Edo Maintains 'Steeze' Amid Claims Of Dating Senate Pres. Akpabio
Nollywood actress Ini Edo has remained unfazed, maintaining her ‘steeze’ despite recent allegations linking her romantically with Senate President Godswill Akpabio.Controversial blogger Gistlovers recently included her in a list of women allegedly involved with Akpabio, alongside other celebrit...
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