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  • Four Killed In Renewed Cult Clashes In Edo State

    . Four Killed In Renewed Cult Clashes In Edo State

     A wave of violent cult clashes in Edo State has left at least four people dead, with incidents reported in Benin City and Auchi. The deadly confrontations appear to be part of an ongoing supremacy battle among various cult groups in the state. Among the victims is a student from Auchi Polytechnic, who was attacked at the Campus One Gate. Other vic
  • Edo State Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Kidnapping Four-Year-Old Pupil & Demanding 300K Ransom

    . Edo State Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Kidnapping Four-Year-Old Pupil & Demanding 300K Ransom

     In a significant breakthrough, the Edo State Police Command has arrested 19-year-old Godstime Abhulime on charges of kidnapping a four-year-old girl and demanding a ransom of ₦300,000. The arrest was confirmed by the State Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegboye.According to reports from the Daily Post, the incident occurred in Emaudo, Ekpoma, l
  • Man, Etinosa Aiguokun Arrested For Killing Father & Stepmother With Pestle In Edo State

    . Man, Etinosa Aiguokun Arrested For Killing Father & Stepmother With Pestle In Edo State

     [size=10pt] File Photo [/size] In a tragic turn of events, the Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 32-year-old man, Etinosa Aiguokun, for his alleged involvement in the brutal killing of his 74-year-old father, Pa Aiguokun, and stepmother, Mrs. Roseline, using a pestle.The gruesome incident unfolded last Wednesday in Evbomore communi
  • Man, Osazee Kenneth Convicted & Jailed For Spraying Naira Notes at a Funeral in Edo

    . Man, Osazee Kenneth Convicted & Jailed For Spraying Naira Notes at a Funeral in Edo

     Osazee Kenneth Imagbenikaro has been convicted by Justice C.A. Obiozor of the Federal High Court in Benin City for the offense of spraying naira notes at a funeral ceremony on April 28, 2023. Imagbenikaro admitted guilty to the charges brought against him, which were based on Section 21(3) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (Establishment) Act 2007. T
  • I Can’t Reconcile With Those That Offended Me – Gov. Obaseki Spits Fire Ahead Edo Guber

    . I Can’t Reconcile With Those That Offended Me – Gov. Obaseki Spits Fire Ahead Edo Guber

     As the September 21 governorship election approaches, Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki said it would be hard for him to reconcile with those who have offended him in the course of governance.It was reported that Obaseki made the remarks when he visited the Edo State Muslims Pilgrim Welfare Board to bid farewell to intending pilgrims for the 2024
  • How Kidnappers Collect N9m Ransom, Kill Victim In Edo

    . How Kidnappers Collect N9m Ransom, Kill Victim In Edo

     Tragedy struck the Idumebo community, in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of the  State, when gunmen suspected to be kidnappers killed one Johnbull Osagiede, after collecting N9 million ransom.The incident occurred last week Tuesday when the gunmen invaded Evbohen quarters of the community and whisked the victim away to unknown destination.A
  • Edo Police Confirm Kidnap Of Dangote Cement Workers, Rescue 3 Injured Victims

    . Edo Police Confirm Kidnap Of Dangote Cement Workers, Rescue 3 Injured Victims

     The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the kidnap a yet-to-be-specified number of workers of Dangote Cement workers at Okpella, Etsako West local government area of the state.The Command in a statement on Tuesday by its spokesman, SP Chidi Nwabuzor, also confirmed the rescue of three injured victims of the kidnap.Recall that on Monday, 13 May,
  • Father Who Was Arrested In Edo For Posting Indecent Photos Of 3yrs Old Daughter Speaks (VID)

    . Father Who Was Arrested In Edo For Posting Indecent Photos Of 3yrs Old Daughter Speaks (VID)

     The arrest of a Nigerian man in Edo State for posting indecent content involving his three-year-old daughter online has raised significant concerns. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, justified his actions by claiming he wanted to make his daughter a celebrity. During his interrogation, recorded on video by the police, he explained th
  • Edo State Govt Takes Custody Of 4Yr Old Girl Used For Adult Content By Her Father

    . Edo State Govt Takes Custody Of 4Yr Old Girl Used For Adult Content By Her Father

     The Edo State Government has rescued the 4-year-old girl who was used for adult content by her father.Gistmania reported that the police arrested the father of the minor in Auchi on Sunday, May 12, 2024, after her semi nude videos and photos sparked public outrage on social media. Some images also showed the minor in revealing clothes while in the
  • Gunmen Reportedly Invade Community, Burn Cars, Houses In Edo

    . Gunmen Reportedly Invade Community, Burn Cars, Houses In Edo

     Armed bandit, who identified itself as “Ijaw Freedom Fighters” on Sunday night attacked Imariogha Community, near Okomu oil palm plantation, setting ablaze over eight vehicles, reports the News Agency of Nigeria.NAN investigation reveals that the bandit invaded the community, formerly known as AT&P, located in Ovia South West Local Governm
  • Edo Man Arrested For Posting Explicit Images of 4-Year-Old Daughter on Social Media (Photos)

    .. Edo Man Arrested For Posting Explicit Images of 4-Year-Old Daughter on Social Media (Photos)

     In a disturbing incident, the Nigeria Police Force, Edo State Command, has arrested a father for posting nude images of his four-year-old daughter on social media. The images, which have sparked widespread outrage, show the young child in inappropriate poses, akin to adult content.According to a statement by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Rel
  • Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki Denies Dragging Oba Of Benin To Court

    . Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki Denies Dragging Oba Of Benin To Court

     Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has clarified that he did not file any legal suit against Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo.Social media rumors had suggested a court case initiated by the government against the traditional ruler, but Obaseki dismissed these claims as the work of mischief-makers.In an official
  • Edo Assembly Speaker Suspends 3 Lawmakers Over Alleged Impeachment Plot

    . Edo Assembly Speaker Suspends 3 Lawmakers Over Alleged Impeachment Plot

     The Edo House of Assembly Speaker Blessing Agbebaku yesterday suspended three lawmakers over an alleged plot to impeach him and other principal officers.They are Donald Okogbe (PDP, Akoko Edo11) Bright Iyamu (PDP, Orhionmwon South) and Adeh Isibor (PDP Esan North East 1). At the resumption of plenary, Agbebaku alleged that the three suspended memb
  • FRSC Arrests Motorist Attempting To Abscond With Official In Edo

    . FRSC Arrests Motorist Attempting To Abscond With Official In Edo

     The Edo State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC) has arrested a motorist Lucky Omomeyen for allegedly driving away with an officer while resisting arrest for violating trafficking rules.It was learnt that the traffic officer flagged down the suspect’s car while on road patrol but instead of stopping he allegedly attempted to hit the
  • Edo Police Arrest 2 Women, 3 Girls Who Stripped Lady N@ked In Viral Video Over Alleged Phone Theft

    . Edo Police Arrest 2 Women, 3 Girls Who Stripped Lady N@ked In Viral Video Over Alleged Phone Theft

     The arrest of three female suspects by the Edo State Police Command for their involvement in the indecent assault and cyberstalking of Christabel Akhigbe is a troubling incident that highlights the dangers of vigilantism and the misuse of social media.The actions described by the State Police Commissioner, CP Funsho Adegboye, are deeply disturbing
  • Edo State Police Recapture Prisoner, Jacob Alonge Who Escaped From Jail During #EndSARS Protest

    . Edo State Police Recapture Prisoner, Jacob Alonge Who Escaped From Jail During #EndSARS Protest

     Jacob Alonge, a 58-year-old fugitive who had fled from the Benin Correctional Centre during the 2020 #EndSARS protests, has been apprehended by the Edo State Police.Commissioner of Police, CP Funsho Adegboye, announced the recapture of Alonge during a briefing with journalists in Benin City.According to CP Adegboye, Alonge had been serving a 21-ye
  • "Why I Refused To Return Govt Vehicles" – Former Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Opens Up On Impeachment

    . "Why I Refused To Return Govt Vehicles" – Former Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Opens Up On Impeachment

     In an exclusive interview with The PUNCH, former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, delved into the intricacies of state politics, shedding light on his impeachment, allegations of godfatherism, and the contentious issue of campaign vehicles.Shaibu, who had previously accused Governor Godwin Obaseki of engineering his impeachment, reveal
  • FRESH: Nollywood Lovers, IK Ogbonna & Ini Edo Reportedly Engaged

    . FRESH: Nollywood Lovers, IK Ogbonna & Ini Edo Reportedly Engaged

     Nollywood actors and lovers, IK Ogbonna and Ini Edo reportedly secretly engaged as their wedding is happening soon.Both actors have been hiding their relationship but sometimes shows off their public display on birthdays.Although Both Ini Edo and IK Ogbonna are divorced. Ini Edo was previously married to Edo businessman Philip Ehiagwina. The marri
  • Edo Residents Protest Over Alleged Plot To Withdraw Security Personnel In The State

    . Edo Residents Protest Over Alleged Plot To Withdraw Security Personnel In The State

     Inhabitants of Inikorogha communities of Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State, have staged a peaceful protest against alleged plans to secretly withdraw security personnel that have been maintaining peace in the area.Inikorogha as a whole is made up of over 22 communities.They were armed with placards with various inscriptions, inclu
  • Edo Governor Obaseki Reveals Why He Approved N70,000 Minimum Wage

    . Edo Governor Obaseki Reveals Why He Approved N70,000 Minimum Wage

    Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has opened up on why he decided to increase minimum wage to N70,000 for civil servants in the state. He said the reason is due to the economic hardship occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government. Obaseki spoke while addressing workers during the May Day celebration at Samuel Ogbemudia Sta
  • Residents Defy Warning, Risk Lives To Scoop Petrol From Fallen Tanker In Edo State

    .. Residents Defy Warning, Risk Lives To Scoop Petrol From Fallen Tanker In Edo State

     Despite warnings of a potential explosion, several residents risked their lives to scoop petrol from a fallen tanker along the Benin-Agbor Road in Edo State. The incident unfolded at Okhuaihe Hill, near the Divisional Police office, on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, when a tanker carrying 33,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) toppled as the driver
  • Mother Of Four, Nata Igbinovia Hacked To Death By Neighbour & His Son In Edo While Intervening In Fight

    .. Mother Of Four, Nata Igbinovia Hacked To Death By Neighbour & His Son In Edo While Intervening In Fight

     In a shocking turn of events, a mother of four, Mrs. Nata Igbinovia, fell victim to a gruesome attack in Edo State while attempting to intervene in a fight, allegedly orchestrated by a man and his son.The tragic incident unfolded on Saturday night, April 27, 2024, at Okpagha-Ewuare, Eyaen quarters, situated on the outskirts of Benin city along Auc
  • Edo Governor Obaseki Announces N70, 000 New Minimum Wage For Civil Servants

    . Edo Governor Obaseki Announces N70, 000 New Minimum Wage For Civil Servants

     The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for civil servants in the state.The governor revealed this while commissioning the new Labour House in Edo state on Monday.According to him, the new wage comes into effect on May 1st, 2024.
  • Edo Police Apprehend Suspected Cultists Accused Of Killing Man In Daughter’s Presence In Auchi

    . Edo Police Apprehend Suspected Cultists Accused Of Killing Man In Daughter’s Presence In Auchi

     The Edo State Police Command has made significant strides in combating cult-related violence with the apprehension of individuals believed to be members of the Eiye cult group. They are accused of the murder of Emmanuel Odiase in Auchi, Edo State, last Monday.The victim, Odiase, tragically lost his life in the presence of his daughter during the a
  • Edo Police Arrest Two Fake Inspectors, Others Over N20m Drugs

    . Edo Police Arrest Two Fake Inspectors, Others Over N20m Drugs

     The Edo State Police Command has paraded two fake police inspectors arrested in connection with illicit drugs valued at N20 million in the state.The Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegboye, who disclosed this to newsmen in Benin City, said they were among the five-man criminal gang specialized in dealing in illicit drugs.He gave the names of the t
  • Teenager, Abiodun Adewuyi Sentence To Three Years In Jail For Stealing Water Taps In Edo

    . Teenager, Abiodun Adewuyi Sentence To Three Years In Jail For Stealing Water Taps In Edo

     A teenager, Abiodun Adewuyi, arraigned before a Chief Magistrates’ Court, sitting in Ede, Osun State, for stealing water taps, has been sentenced to three years imprisonmentThe Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps had dragged Adewuyi, aged 18 years, before the court after he was caught removing the items in the Duro
  • Police Parade 21 Criminal Suspects In Edo

    . Police Parade 21 Criminal Suspects In Edo

     Twenty-one persons have been paraded by the Edo State Police Command for offenses bordering on alleged armed robbery, cultism, attempted murder, unlawful possession of firearms, conspiracy, pipeline vandalism, house breaking, stealing, unlawful possession of illicit drugs and promotion of communal war.The State Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegb
  • How Cultists Kill Rival In Daughter’s Presence, Abandon Getaway Car In Edo

    . How Cultists Kill Rival In Daughter’s Presence, Abandon Getaway Car In Edo

     Serious tension gripped Auchi, Edo State, on Tuesday as rival cult factions clashed violently, leading to the reported killing of an alleged member of the Eiye group in the presence of his daughter.According to social media reports, the perpetrators believed to be members of the Aye Confraternity, arrived at the scene in a Lexus car.NaijaConfra, a
  • Traders Count Losses As Fire Destroy Goods Worth Billions Of Naira In Edo

    . Traders Count Losses As Fire Destroy Goods Worth Billions Of Naira In Edo

     Traders at Ekiosa Market in Benin City, Edo State, have begun tallying their losses in the wake of the fire that engulfed a section of the market in the early hours of Tuesday.Daily Post reports that the market, located by Third Junction, Murtala Muhammed Way, has about 20 shops housing various items estimated to be billions of naira, destroyed by
  • IK Ogbonna Writes Romantically To Alleged Lover, Ini Edo On Her Birthday, Shares Video

    .. IK Ogbonna Writes Romantically To Alleged Lover, Ini Edo On Her Birthday, Shares Video

     Nigerian film actor I.K Ogbonna took to Instagram to celebrate his rumoured lover Ini Edo’s 42nd birthdayIK Ogbonna pens sweet note to alleged lover, Ini Edo on 42nd birthdayThe post he dedicated to her was a video collage of their fun moments together. From dancing with each other to visiting restaurants, and then going boat cruising, I.K Ogbon

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