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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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 -
Philip Shaibu Excluded As INEC Releases Final List Of Candidates For Edo Guber Election
The final list of the candidates for the Edo State gubernatorial polls scheduled for September 21 has been released by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.In the list released by the electoral body, the impeached deputy Governor of the State, Philip Shaibu, was excluded.In a statement signed by the National Commissioner & Chair -
Man, Saliu Akande Regains Freedom After Being Held In Edo Prison For 4Years Without A Case File
It's heartening to see efforts being made to address the issue of prolonged detention without trial, particularly in cases where individuals have been awaiting trial for an extended period. Saliu Akande's release after spending four years in custody without a case file is a significant step towards promoting justice and upholding the rig -
Twenty Cybercrime Offenders Convicted In Edo State
In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, twenty individuals have been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to charges of obtaining by false pretense and possession of fraudulent documents. The convictions were secured by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Benin, Edo State.The defendants were arraigned before Justices Efe -
Edo Commissioner, Uyi Oduwa-Malaka Stripped Of Chieftaincy Title For Disrespecting Monarch
The Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture, Tourism and Diaspora Affairs, Uyi Oduwa-Malaka, has been stripped of the honourary chieftaincy conferred on her, the Uzoyare of Ozalla Kingdom by the Onotare of Ozalla Kingdom in Owan West local government area, HRH Nathaniel Igelugbo Omogbai, The Okpamen the IX.In a statement by the Palace Spokesman, -
3 Kidnappers Sentences To Death By Hanging In Edo
Justice Irele-Ifijeh of the Edo State High Court, Benin City has sentenced three persons to death by hanging for armed robbery, kidnapping and Murder of one Ephraim Akhere.Gistmania reports that the convicts namely Solomon Abuede, James Monday and Kelvin Edward were sentenced to death for armed robbery, kidnapping and the murder of Ephraim Akhere -
Man Electrocuted While Vandalising, Stealing Cables From Transformer In Edo
A suspected electric cable vandal has been electrocuted in Benin, Edo State.The yet-to-be-identified middle-aged man met his demise while trying to vandalize cables of a transformer belonging to Benin Electric Distribution Company (BEDC).The suspect had succeeded in cutting some of the cables before he got electrocuted in the early hours of Tuesda -
Edo Real Estate Company Staff, Blessing Ogunu Arrested For Faking Own Kidnap
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested Blessing Ogunu, a staff member of Bliss Legacy Limited, a real estate company based in Benin City, for alleged self-abduction.Gistmania reports that the Public Relations Officer of the command, Chidi Nwabuzor, disclosed this to newsmen in Benin City. He also disclosed that two other suspects -
Edo State Police Nab Suspected Cultist, Endurance Ezeigbe Otansowe With Firearm
[size=10pt] File photo [/size] In a decisive crackdown on cult-related activities, the Edo State Police Command has apprehended a suspected cultist identified as Endurance Ezeigbe Otansowe, found in possession of a firearm. The arrest, which took place on April 12, 2024, was carried out by officers from the Evbotubu police division, acting -
Labour Party Candidate, Olumide Akpata Claims Attack Orchestrated By Edo State Senior Govt Official
Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party gubernatorial candidate in Edo State, has made serious allegations that a high-ranking official within the Edo State Government orchestrated an attack against him during a recent event. The incident occurred at an interactive session held at the University of Benin Staff Club last Friday, which was disrupted by vio -
Edo Police Commissioner Orders Trial Of Officer Threatening Civilians With AK-47 In Viral Video
The Commissioner of Police in Edo State, Funsho Adegboye, has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Police Constable Prince Chima over allegations of threatening individuals with a firearm at their residence.The incident, captured in a viral video on the X social media platform, prompted immediate action from the Edo State Police Command. In -
My Impeachment Won’t Stand – Ex Edo Deputy Gov, Shaibu Tells APC Chairman
The impeached Edo State deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, has insisted that his removal by the State House of Assembly would not stand the test of time.He claimed that the whole exercise was because of the September 21 governorship election in the state.Shaibu stated this when he received the acting Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congres -
How I Became Edo Deputy Governor After Losing 2023 Election – Omobayo Godwins Reveals
The new Deputy Governor of Edo State, Omobayo Godwins, has said he won the 2023 House of Representatives election for Akoko Edo Federal Constituency, but his victory was taken away by “political buccaneers.”Mr Godwins, 38, became the deputy governor of Edo State on Monday following the removal of Philip Shaibu by the state House of Assembly.Sp -
Edo Gov, Obaseki Picks 38Yr Old Man Omobayo As New Deputy, To Inaugurate Him Today
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has picked Omobayo Godwin as his deputy,. This comes hours after the impeachment of his erstwhile deputy, Philip Shaibu.Omobayo’s inauguration is also set to take place today at the Edo State Government House in Benin City.Born July 19, 1986, Omobayo hails from Akoko Edo Local Government Area of the state.Omo -
Bereaved Husband Put Behind Bar Over Attack On Doctor In Edo
The Edo State Police Command on Sunday said it detained one Mr Owegie Christopher for allegedly attacking and threatening to kill Dr Osaretin Asemota of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, UBTH, after the death of his wife in the health institution.It was reported that the Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Chidi Nwabuzor, disclose -
How Kidnappers Kill Edo Bank Manager, John Otobo After Reportedly Collecting N8M Ransom
Mr John Otobo, the manager of Union Bank, Igueben branch in Edo State, has been reportedly killed by kidnappers after they allegedly collected N8m ransom.Details of the incident are still sketchy at the time of filing this report but it was gathered that his body was found in the bush after ransom payment.According to one, the deceased was kidnapp
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