Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has completed the reconstruction of POWA Market in Ekpoma following a devastating fire and disbursed N200 million in relief funds to affected traders, with each receiving N8 million to restart their businesses.
The third edition of the Annual Late Sir Peter Akinhonmi Eigbedion Football Competition in Ekpoma, Edo State, concluded with a vibrant ceremony, highlighting youth development and community cohesion through sports.
A 400-level medical student at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, made a bold decision to abandon her course and start engineering from 200 level, choosing purpose over pride despite criticism.
Edo State Police Command has successfully rescued a kidnapped farmer and his two wives while arresting eight suspected kidnappers through intelligence-led bush combing operations in Esan West and Owan West LGAs.
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IGP Kayode Egbetokun states 52 individuals were arrested in Ekpoma for vandalism and looting, not for peaceful demonstration against kidnapping. Get the full details.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo secures release of 52 Ambrose Alli University students detained after protests. Governor pledges to revive AAU and address N41bn salary arrears. Read the full story.
Edo Police arrest a vulcanizer for staging his own kidnap. His brother sold property to pay N12m ransom. Police warn against the growing trend of fake abductions in Ekpoma.
Edo State Government announces release of 38 Ambrose Alli University students arrested during Ekpoma protest. Commissioner confirms academic activities resume Monday. Governor Okpebholo cites overseas sponsors.
Civil rights group Citizens' Gavel warns against criminalising student protests after 52 Ambrose Alli University students were arrested. The group calls for justice and respect for constitutional rights.
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Outrage as 52 Ambrose Alli University students are arrested and remanded for protesting against kidnapping in Edo State. Rights groups and lawyers condemn the clampdown on dissent.
Ambrose Alli University's SUG President insists recent protests were organized by external groups, not students. Calls for immediate release of detained scholars. Governor alleges overseas sponsorship.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo dismisses claims Fulani herdsmen carried out the Ekpoma kidnapping, citing masked faces as evidence. He condemns subsequent protest hijacking and looting.
Edo Police arrest 52 suspects for violence during Ekpoma protest, dismiss social media claims. CP Agbonika supervised joint security operation. Details inside.
Edo State Government postpones school resumption in Edo Central Senatorial District due to security concerns following violent protests in Ekpoma. Stay informed on the latest safety updates.
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Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo claims security agencies have identified overseas sponsors behind the Ekpoma protests. He alleges a coordinated plot by opposition to destabilize the state.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan condemns the arrest of 52 Ambrose Alli University students after a protest in Ekpoma. She calls for their release and urges Governor Okpebholo to address kidnappings, not suppress youth voices.
TikTok celebrity Jarvis makes an emotional plea to Governor Monday Okpebholo over rampant kidnappings in Ekpoma and the arrest of 52 protesting students. Her video sparks major reactions online.
Atiku Abubakar demands the unconditional release of 52 individuals remanded after an Edo protest against insecurity. The case adjourned to February 2026.
Edo State Police redeploy Ekpoma DPO after violent protests over kidnappings. New CSP Tomofe Nwabueze takes over immediately. Schools in Edo Central remain closed.
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan demands the release of 52 Ambrose Alli University students arrested during a protest against kidnappings in Edo State. She warns against criminalizing youth voices.
NANS condemns the detention of 52 Ambrose Alli University students arrested after a protest against kidnapping. It demands their immediate release and action on campus insecurity.
An Edo High Court has ordered the remand of 52 youths linked to a violent protest against kidnapping in Ekpoma. The protest, led by students, turned destructive. Read the full details.
Edo State Police Command refutes online claims that a police station in Ekpoma was set ablaze. The actual fire affected shops near the division. Public urged to verify news.
Edo State Government postpones school resumption in Edo Central indefinitely due to kidnappings and violent protests. Commissioner for Education announces new date will be communicated later.
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Angry residents of Ekpoma, Edo State, stormed a livestock market, slaughtering goats and chasing traders in protest over a youth's killing by suspected kidnappers. Governor Monday Okpebholo and police intervene.
Shocking CCTV footage shows a man abducted in Ekpoma, Edo State, just one day after residents protested rampant kidnappings. The incident highlights the escalating security crisis.
Davido's logistics manager, Isreal Afere, predicts APC's poor performance in Edo's 2027 presidential poll following youth protests over kidnappings. Read the full story.
Angry residents and students in Ekpoma, Edo State, protest rampant kidnappings. Police report rescue of nine victims using drone technology. Get the full story.
Ambrose Alli University disowns individuals behind protest against incessant kidnappings in Ekpoma. Management says demonstrators are not registered students. Read the full statement.
