Tag: #EdoState
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NDLEA ARRESTS ALLEGED LAGOS DRUG KINGPIN, SEIZES FOREIGN CURRENCY AND TONNES OF CANNABIS
After weeks of careful surveillance, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested Frank Chijioke Ibemesi, aka Chisco Bee, a wanted suspected drug baron in Lagos. The 42-year-old hotelier and businessman, who also manages Franc CJ Ibemesi Nig. Ltd, was caught early Saturday at Isolo, Lagos. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi revealed that officers traced Ibemesi…
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ZONE FIVE POLICE CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL SIRENS AND TINTED GLASSES
Edo and Delta police enforce siren ban and tinted glass permit rules from October 2. The Zone Five Police Command covering Edo and Delta states has started enforcing the ban on unauthorized sirens and tinted glass regulations. Motorists must register tinted vehicles at http://www.possap.gov.ng and verify physically at state commands or remove tints. The ban…
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LABOUR PARTY CONDEMNS ATTACK ON NATIONAL CHAIRMAN JULIUS ABURE
Party vows no intimidation and calls for justice as political tensions escalate. The Labour Party in Edo State has condemned the brutal assault on its National Chairman, Julius Abure, at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport and Benin Airport by content creator Precious Oruche, aka Mama P. State Chairman Elizabeth Ativie demanded the immediate arrest of the…
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OBA OF BENIN TO COMMENCE NEW YAM EATING AFTER PALACE CEREMONY
After two weeks of fasting and prayers, Benin Kingdom ushers in new yam season for peace and harvest. The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has announced that the Benin Kingdom will begin eating new yams on September 30 following a palace ceremony. This marks the end of a two-week fasting and prayer period held for…
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GOV. OKPEBHOLO REAFFIRMS PARTNERSHIP WITH EDO DIASPORA TO DRIVE INVESTMENT AND GROWTH
Global collaboration fuels Edo’s sustainable development and innovation. Governor Monday Okpebholo emphasized fostering strong ties with Edo indigenes abroad at the “Edo State Global Investment Summit 2025” in Glasgow. Showcasing achievements like school renovations and infrastructure projects, he called for unity and practical governance to turn global funding into local impact. A $250 million investment…
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EDO POLICE RAMP UP OPERATIONS TO RESCUE THREE ABDUCTED SEMINARIANS
Edo State Police are intensifying efforts to rescue three seminarians abducted on July 11 from Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Ivianokpodi-Agenebode. The attack also claimed the life of an NSCDC officer. Police Commissioner Monday Agbonika is personally leading tactical teams and the Anti-Kidnapping Unit in the search. A specialised tactical division in Ivieukwa is boosting…
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EDO MINORITY LEADER WORRIED BY LOW VOTER TURNOUT IN OVIA BY-ELECTION
Minority Leader Charity Aiguobarueghian of the Edo House of Assembly expressed concern over the low voter turnout in the Ovia Federal Constituency by-election despite a peaceful voting process. Speaking after voting, he cited voter apathy fueled by limited publicity, short notice, and disillusionment following recent elections. Aiguobarueghian confirmed smooth BVAS operations and full election materials…
