The leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, has issued a stern warning to the All Progressives Congress (APC) following a violent assault on journalists covering the party’s gubernatorial primaries. The incident, which occurred on February 16, 2024, at the Lushville Hotel in Benin, saw journalists beaten and their equipment destroyed. … Read more
A Suspected 29-year-old simulator who was caught using the plate number of the National Association of Nigeria Students, NANS, is now in police custody in Benin City. he man identified as Martins Uwaifo was said to have been intercepted by operatives of the anti-cultism unit of the Nigerian Police while conducting a stop and search … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) emerged victorious in a sweeping victory across all 18 Local Government Areas during the Edo State local government election held this past Saturday, as announced by the state’s independent electoral commission. This election encompassed all 18 local government areas of the state, spanning Edo North, Edo Central, and Edo South … Read more
In a display of disagreement and resolve, Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, made a noticeable exit from a government function on Monday. The situation unfolded when a number of his aides encountered difficulty entering the venue, which cast a shadow over the event’s purpose. Governor Godwin Obaseki hosted the event, a colloquium held at … Read more
Political parties in Edo State are getting ready to select a candidate for the governorship race since Governor Obaseki’s mandate is about to expire. Even though it is the state’s opposition party, the APC seems to have more candidates seeking for its governorship ticket. In advance of the party’s primary election, the following candidates are … Read more