Edo Governor sacks EDOGIS MD over land dispute
Governor Monday Okpebholo fires EDOGIS MD Dr. Tony Ikpasajah for unauthorized revocation of 13,545 hectares from Presco Plc. New merit-based appointments for permanent secretaries announced.
Governor Monday Okpebholo fires EDOGIS MD Dr. Tony Ikpasajah for unauthorized revocation of 13,545 hectares from Presco Plc. New merit-based appointments for permanent secretaries announced.
Edo State government refutes an unauthorised notice revoking Presco Plc's land rights. Read the official statement and analysis on the state's commitment to investor protection.
Former Ethiopian PM warns G20: Africa spends $90B on debt servicing while climate finance falls short. Debt relief essential for global climate security. Read more.
African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.
ICMPD reveals over 75% of trafficked victims in West Africa are children. NAPTIP and Edo State launch teacher training to combat trafficking through education.
Museum of West African Art authorities refuse to appear before Edo Assembly committee investigating N3.8bn state funds, citing pending court case. Full details of the standoff.
Edo Police arrest TikTok creator Osarobo Omoyemen for staging her kidnap to boost social media followers. Learn how false alarms undermine security efforts.
Edo State Police recover body of 12-year-old boy who drowned in Ikpoba River. Authorities urge parents to monitor children during dry season to prevent similar tragedies.
Edo State Migration Agency arraigned over 40 suspects for alleged offenses including indecent dressing and unlawful activities. Watch the full story and see what happened in court.
Over 1,000 Nigerian youths in Edo State received transformative skills training and business opportunities at Jobberman Career Clinic. Learn how this initiative is shaping careers.
Edo State government announces permanent secretary appointments will now be strictly merit-based, ending era of non-career appointments. Deputy Governor Idahosa reveals new policy at expanded breakfast meeting.
Financial experts warn Nigeria risks another debt crisis without urgent reforms. Learn about the critical measures needed to stabilize the economy and prevent financial distress.
NDLEA operatives intercept two Sienna buses carrying 1,455kg of cannabis in Edo State. Traffickers abandoned vehicles and fled. Commander issues stern warning to drug cartels.
NDLEA operatives recover 1,455kg of cannabis after traffickers abandon two Sienna buses in Edo State. Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju warns drug cartels as investigation continues.
Senator Adams Oshiomhole exposes abandoned Gelegele Port and failed EdoBEST program while praising Governor Okpebholo's visible achievements in one year. Read the full analysis.
Edo State Police arrest 21 secondary school students aged 14-17 for attempted cult attack. Weapons recovered, suspects arraigned. Police urge parental vigilance.
Edo Police foil cult attack on Benin school, arresting 21 students aged 14-17. Weapons recovered, suspects arraigned. CP urges parental vigilance on teen activities.
Edo State Government appeals to President Tinubu to stop crude oil drilling in disputed wells with Delta State. Deputy Governor demands account freeze and fair resolution.
A Nigerian TikTok user shares her ₦214,000 debt struggle with loan apps, tracing financial woes back to 2020. Discover her story and similar experiences.
Isaac and Victor Olayere escaped kidnappers who demanded ₦22 million ransom after captors fell asleep in Edo forest. Monarch reveals dramatic rescue details.
NDLEA Edo Command arrests 39 suspects, seizes 2,477.59kg of narcotics, and destroys cannabis farms. Read about the agency's relentless fight against drug trafficking.
Edo community mourns as kidnapped seminarian dies while held by abductors, raising serious security concerns in Southern Nigeria.
Federal High Court in Lagos issues restraining order against multiple banks from dealing with Indian businessman and his companies amid massive debt dispute with Nigerian firm.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully raised $2.35 billion through Eurobond sales, attracting strong international investor confidence despite global economic challenges.
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki vehemently denies allegations of leaving massive debt, calling it political propaganda. Get exclusive insights into the financial facts and the governor's explosive response.
Nigeria's House of Representatives launches thorough investigation into President Tinubu's massive N1.15 trillion loan request amid growing economic concerns and national debt worries.
International investors demonstrate overwhelming faith in Nigeria's economy, oversubscribing the latest Eurobond offering by 400% despite global market uncertainties.
Nigerian lawmakers launch thorough investigation into President Tinubu's controversial ₦1.15 trillion loan proposal amid growing economic concerns and public scrutiny.
Medical investigation concludes twin babies in Edo State died from natural causes, bringing closure to heartbreaking case that captured national attention.
The Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN) is spearheading a nationwide initiative to strengthen Nigeria's insolvency framework, enhance practitioner expertise, and boost investor confidence through comprehensive re