Gov Okpebholo: Ekpoma Kidnappers Not Fulanis
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.
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Police Arrest 52, Deploy Heavy Security in Ekpoma
Edo Police arrest 52 suspects for violence during Ekpoma protest, dismiss social media claims. CP Agbonika supervised joint security operation. Details inside.
Edo Schools in Central District Closed Over Security
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.
Okpebholo: Ekpoma Riot Sponsored from Overseas
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 Reacts to Arrest of 52 AAU Students in Edo
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 Star Jarvis Cries Out to Edo Governor Over Insecurity
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 Condemns Arrest of 52 AAU Students in Edo
Atiku Abubakar demands the unconditional release of 52 individuals remanded after an Edo protest against insecurity. The case adjourned to February 2026.
Edo Police Redeploy Ekpoma DPO Over Insecurity
Edo State Police redeploy Ekpoma DPO after violent protests over kidnappings. New CSP Tomofe Nwabueze takes over immediately. Schools in Edo Central remain closed.
Senator Slams Detention of 52 AAU Students for Protesting
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.
52 Youths Remanded Over Ekpoma Protest Violence
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 Police Deny Fire Report at Ekpoma Police Station
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 Delays School Resumption Over Insecurity
Edo State Government postpones school resumption in Edo Central due to rising insecurity and recent violent protests. Get the latest updates and official statement here.
Edo Protest: Residents Sack Market Over Kidnapping
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.
Kidnapping in Ekpoma a day after community protest
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.
Isreal DMW: APC Under 200k Votes in Edo if Election Fair
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.
Ekpoma Residents Protest Against Incessant Kidnappings
Angry residents and students in Ekpoma, Edo State, protest rampant kidnappings. Police report rescue of nine victims using drone technology. Get the full story.
AAU: Protesters Are Not Our Registered Students
Ambrose Alli University disowns individuals behind protest against incessant kidnappings in Ekpoma. Management says demonstrators are not registered students. Read the full statement.
Trump Files $10 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Against BBC
US President Donald Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, alleging defamation over edited 2021 speech. The scandal led to resignations at the broadcaster. Read the full details.
Police Fire Teargas as PDP Factions Clash at HQ
Violence erupts at PDP national headquarters in Abuja as rival factions clash during leadership crisis. Police intervene with teargas to disperse rioters. Read full details.
Trump Sues BBC for $5B Over Edited Capitol Speech
US President Donald Trump insists on suing BBC for $1-5 billion over edited Capitol riot speech. BBC apologizes but rejects defamation claim. Read full details.
BBC apologises to Trump but rejects defamation lawsuit
The BBC has apologised to Donald Trump for a misleading edit of his Capitol riot speech but strongly rejected his $1 billion defamation claim. Get the full story on this major media controversy.
Trump Sues BBC for $1B Over Edited Speech
Former US President Donald Trump threatens legal action against BBC for $1 billion over edited January 6 speech. BBC chairman apologizes as executives resign.
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