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Motorists Commend EDSG As Repair Work Commences On Failed Portions In Benin Metropolis
Motorists have commended the Edo State Government (EDSG) for commencing repair work on failed portions of roads in Benin metropolis to ensure safer and more motorable roads for residents. The state government is taking advantage of the dry season to rehabilitate failed portions…
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INEC Sets Up AI Unit, Deploys ChatGPT to Tackle Election Disinformation Ahead of 2027
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has established a dedicated Artificial Intelligence unit and begun deploying ChatGPT as part of efforts to combat AI-driven disinformation and protect the integrity of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash…
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Dirty Money, Terror Cash in Focus as Customs Leads 6 Federal Agencies in Push Against Illicit Financial Flows
Abuja – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has moved to tighten Nigeria’s defences against money laundering, terrorism financing and cross-border financial crimes, opening a fresh inter-agency offensive involving six federal institutions responsible for financial intelligence,…
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TCN Shuts Down Irrua Transformer for Two Days in Edo, Five Electricity Feeders Face Disruption
Abuja – The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a two-day planned maintenance operation at its Irrua 132/33kV Transmission Substation in Edo State, a development expected to disrupt bulk electricity supply to customers served by five major distribution feeders.…
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Who’s Responsible If Your Luggage Goes Missing While Travelling in London?
Missing luggage can turn an enjoyable London trip into a confusing search for answers. Responsibility depends on where the bag went missing, who had custody of it, and what evidence you can provide. An airline, hotel, transport operator, storage provider or insurer may handle…
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NCDC confirms negative Ebola tests in 2 suspected Adamawa cases
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says two suspected Ebola Virus Disease cases identified in Yola, Adamawa state, have tested negative following two rounds of laboratory testing. Dr Jide Idris, NCDC Director-General, disclosed this in a…
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Morocco 2026: Flamingos in semi-final after edging Venezuela 1-0
The Flamingos of Nigeria have reached the semi-finals of the ongoing FIFA Under-17 Women’s World cup in Morocco after defeating Venezuela 1-0 on Sunday night.Nigerian political analysis The Nigerian girls snatched the victory in the 89th minute when Azeezatt Oduntan converted…
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Tinubu to Nigerians: Turn diversity into national prosperity
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence and mutual understanding, irrespective of their ethnic, religious and cultural differences. Tinubu made the appeal on Sunday in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, while hosting members of his delegation to a…
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Edo Tourism: Benin City emerges as a cultural destination, invites visitors to explore its rich heritage
Every year between October and December, Lagos becomes Nigeria’s unofficial cultural capital, with fashion weeks, design showcases, Art X Lagos, CANEX Weekend, exhibitions, concerts and private gatherings dominating the country’s end-of-year creative calendar. However, just…
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2027: Adeleke, Oyetola inaugurate 10,000 door-to-door canvassers for Tinubu’s reelection
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, on Saturday inaugurated 10,000 door-to-door canvassers for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the state. The inauguration, held at Nelson Mandela Freedom Park, Osogbo,…
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2027: Deliver your polling units, Wike tells Tinubu supporters in FCT
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike has directed supporters of President Bola Tinubu in the territory to deliver their polling unit in the forthcoming 2027 general elections. Wike gave the directive in Abuja on Saturday, during an event organised by…
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Tinubu’s Reforms Is Transforming Nigeria, Says Okpebholo
Edo State governor Senator Monday Okpebholo said President Tinubu’s policies and reforms is transforming Nigeria urging electorates to return him to Aso-Rock come 2027 General election. Gov Okpebholo said this while receiving a political group Relax Tinubu is fixing Nigeria…
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Okpebholo Welcomes Federal Transport Data Centre, Offers Land for Project
…Says initiative will boost security, jobs, revenue generation Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has welcomed the proposed establishment of a Smart National Transport Data Bank in the state, offering to provide 1,000 square metres of land for the project’s…
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2027 Elections: INEC Finalises IDP Voting Plans, Moves To Clean Up 103m Voter Register
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is finalising arrangements to enable Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to participate in the 2027 general elections, as the Commission begins the final process of cleaning up Nigeria’s voter register, which now…
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Odianese: Caring for orphans, vulnerable children demands integrity, honesty, compassion
The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of God’s Grace Orphanage and Motherless Babies Home, Mrs. Kate Okunrobo Odianese, has urged orphanage proprietors, caregivers and humanitarian organisations to uphold integrity, honesty, accountability and genuine compassion in protecting…
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Osarodion Osagie champions Benin heritage, hosts all-white party for Oba Ewuare II
BENIN CITY — As the Benin Kingdom celebrates a decade of the reign of its revered monarch, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Hon. Osarodion Osagie, Senior Special Assistant to Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Diaspora Matters, is…
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RIYE U17 boxing circuit: 24 young boxers set for Ogun competition
24 young boxers from the four sporting zones of Ogun State will compete at the maiden RIYE Under-17 Boxing Circuit scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Alake Sports Centre, Ijeja, Abeokuta. The organisers have assured participants and spectators of adequate safety…
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Okpebholo Approves New GRA to Ease Congestion, Expand Housing in Edo
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the establishment of a new Government Reserved Area (GRA) to decongest the city centre, open up more housing opportunities and attract investment. The Managing Director of the Edo State Geographic Information Service…
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WAFU-B women’s champions league: Ampem Darkoa beat Edo Queens in dramatic replay to reclaim title
Ghanaian side Ampem Darkoa have defeated Nigeria’s Edo Queens 3-2 after extra time in the replay of the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Champions League final to emerge champions of the regional competition. A decisive goal in the 92nd minute by Mohammed Afishata secured victory for Ampem…
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Okpebholo Inspect Roads Across Benin Metropolis Says Massive Repair To Commence
Edo State Governor senator Monday Okpebholo has embarked on inspection of roads across Benin metropolis promising his administration’s commitment to motorable roads in the State as massive construction work to commence as the dry season sets in. Governor Monday Okpebholo, the…