Governors Douye Diri and Monday Okpebholo have signed their states' 2026 appropriation bills into law. Bayelsa's budget is N1.016 trillion, while Edo's is N939 billion. Read more on the fiscal plans.
Governor Monday Okpebholo has enacted Edo State's N939 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill, a strategic plan for development and improved living standards. Read the details of the Budget of Hope and Growth.
LAUTECH's Iseyin campus faces academic paralysis as lecturers abandon classes over poor infrastructure, leaving students stranded for months. Read details of the crisis and calls for government action.
Edo College Old Boys Association, Lagos Branch, names Joseph Akhigbe its Distinguished Old Boy of the Year. Read about the award ceremony and future plans for the alumni.
Youths in Kebbi State protest the EFCC's detention of former AGF Abubakar Malami, who faces 18 charges including money laundering and terrorism financing. He claims the probe is politically motivated. Read the latest.
President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.
Workers in Enugu, Rivers, and Ebonyi joined a nationwide NLC protest against insecurity, accusing the Federal Government of not protecting lives and property. Read their demands.
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
NLC and civil society led by Joe Ajaero and Omoyele Sowore protest nationwide over Nigeria's security crisis, ignoring President Tinubu's appeal. Details inside.
NLC, NANS, TUC, NASU, and NUJ members in Osun State staged a protest against rising killings and kidnappings, calling on President Tinubu and governors to resign if overwhelmed. Read their demands.
President Bola Tinubu held an urgent meeting with NLC leaders and governors to address a planned nationwide protest against insecurity. Read the details and demands.
The Nigeria Labour Congress begins a national protest today over worsening insecurity. It warns an indefinite strike will follow if protesters are attacked. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial late-night meeting with NLC leaders to address security concerns ahead of a planned nationwide protest. Details and outcomes revealed.
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrest a 44-year-old suspect and confiscate 457kg of skunk cannabis in Uroe community. A major win in the fight against drug trafficking. Read the full details.
Federal Workers Forum pledges full support for NLC's December 17 protest over insecurity, poor governance, and unpaid wages. They demand settlement of 3-month arrears by year-end.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrested a 44-year-old man and seized 457kg of skunk cannabis in a major raid. The agency vows to relentlessly pursue drug cartels. Read more.
Governor Monday Okpebholo has removed Fred Itua as Chief Press Secretary. Akhere Patrick Ebojele takes over. Read the latest political developments in Edo State.
Ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki refuses to appear before the Edo Assembly panel investigating N31.8bn MOWAA and Radisson Hotel investments, citing ongoing court case. Details inside.
Youths in Ifon community protest the 5-year delay in installing a new monarch after Oba Israel Adewusi's death. They demand Governor Aiyedatiwa's urgent intervention to fill the leadership vacuum hindering development.
Chief Onyenkama Jude Ehigiator becomes the seventh President of Edo People Association in Montreal, elected unopposed on November 23, 2025. Read about his vision for the community.
Nigerian Movement for Actionable Change storms National Assembly, demands immediate release of 253 abducted pupils and declaration of state of emergency on insecurity.
Ogun State Government has reaffirmed commitment to rehabilitating major roads in Ota following NBA protest. Government warns against political blackmailers while revealing HIV/AIDS progress.
Plateau State APC women wing protests Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plans to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term bid. Read full details of the political showdown.
Mexican farmers block key US border bridge in protest against water reforms. Learn how this impacts trade and the ongoing national strike across 16 states.
Kebbi State Police warn against planned protests for abducted Maga schoolgirls, citing fragile security and ongoing rescue efforts. Urge public cooperation.
Music mogul Don Jazzy questions government's response to Papiri school abduction while recalling swift action against EndSARS protesters. Read reactions and analysis.
A Nigerian pastor staged a powerful solo protest, kneeling on the road to beg President Tinubu to end terrorism following the recent Kwara church attack. Read his emotional plea.
Residents of Amaimo, Umukabia in Ehime Mbano protest deplorable roads, seek government intervention for infrastructure development and economic survival.