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Benin City

October 3, 2025

NSCDC boss commiserates with family of deceased Edo commandant

Mr Agun collapsed on Thursday, October 2, after giving a speech during an event commemorating World Peace Day in Benin City.

Ahmed Audi
October 1, 2025

100 indigent Edo students get back-to-school support 

The principal of Utese Secondary School, Igbinadolor Ifuakor, described the event as unforgettable.

Edo State
September 25, 2025

IGP, others pay tribute to late police chief Arase

“Everywhere he served, he left more than just a line on a resume. He left memories, he left reforms and he inspired several young officers who served under him,” said Mr Egbetokun.

Solomon Arase, NPF logo
September 18, 2025

NECO honours retirees, outstanding staff, candidates

Mr Wushishi commended the council’s workforce, past and present, describing them as the unsung heroes whose daily efforts sustained NECO’s credibility.

NECO Registrar, Prof. Ibrahim Wushishi
September 15, 2025

NDLEA destroys 18,000kg of cannabis in Edo forest, arrests four suspects

Mr Ofoyeju described the exercise as a “bold step” in safeguarding communities from the dangers of drugs.

September 15, 2025

Police arrest rogue officers for extorting ₦300,000 from furniture maker

The police announced, in a statement, that the command “has taken decisive action”.

state Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika
September 13, 2025

Edo PDP members defy downpour to elect ward leaders

The PDP Ward Congress Electoral Committee chairman, Tariga Tulagha, praised the peaceful conduct and unity displayed by party members

PDP congress
September 5, 2025

NDLEA arrests 26 suspected illicit drug traffickers in Edo

Mr Ofoyeju said, “The achievements were remarkable and underscored our proactive approach towards curbing drug-related crimes in Edo State.’’

NDLEA
August 23, 2025

     4 Brigade wins 2 division combat proficiency competition

The GOC urged the officers to apply the lessons learned beyond the training ground.

Nigerian Army logo
August 16, 2025

UBTH CMD bows out, celebrates eight years of strike-free tenure, reforms

Mr Shaibu also praised Mr Obaseki’s role in shaping Edo State’s immunisation framework.

University of Benin Teaching Hospital