By Isaac Eranga, Journalists for Peace Network  A peacebuilding organisation in the Niger Delta has condemned the recent killings of alleged kidnappers by some members of a vigilante group in Uromi, Esan North East local  government area of Edo State. The organisation known as Partners for Peace (P4P) Network in the Niger Delta, Edo  State chapter, said no individual has the right to take the life of another.  This was contained in a press release signed by Edo State Coordinator of P4P- Engr. Eugene Okoeguale. The release called for investigation into the killings and called on Edo State government not to relent in unravelling the truth surrounding the killings.  The release commended community leaders, especially the leadership of Arewa community in the area, for descalating tensions and handling the situation with restrain. The press release also called on the State Police Command and other security agencies to conduct thorough and speedy investigations into t...

The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has received a sad report of an incident in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the State on Thursday, March 27. 2025, leading to unwarranted murder and arson. The State Government strongly condemns the barbaric act allegedly committed by members of a local vigilante.  Initial reports report indicate that the victims were travelling through the town from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, when they were intercepted on suspicion of being criminals by the local vigilante members.  Governor Monday Okpebholo who visited the town on Friday to access the situation, expressed dismay over the heinous killings. He condemned the action of the vigilante members in the strongest terms and promised justice for the victims.  The Governor said there is no excuse for the vigilante members to take the law into their hands without recourse to statutory law enforcement agencies. The Governor directed the State Police Command and other ...

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on behalf of the Government and the good people of the Heartbeat State, extends warm and heartfelt birthday wishes to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his birthday. Governor Okpebholo joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating a leader whose dedication to national development and unwavering commitment to the progress of our nation is truly commendable.  “President Tinubu’s visionary leadership and tireless efforts to steer Nigeria towards greater heights are deeply appreciated. As the father of Modern Nigeria, President Tinubu is making huge impacts that Nigerians will one day remember him for.” Governor Okpebholo noted that President Tinubu’s wealth of experience, political sagacity, and unwavering resolve in addressing the challenges facing our nation have been instrumental in shaping the current trajectory of our country. “We recognize and applaud his dedication to fostering unity, promoting economic gr...

Mr. Austin E.  Odigie-Acting PRO In a bid to strengthening ties and improving business acumen through effective communication network  amongst business owners in Nigeria, the Business and Hoteliers Stakeholders Forum (BHSF) has appointed an astute international business mogul- Mr. Austin E. Odigie FCTI, FCNA, FCSA (USA) as acting Public Relations Officer (PRO).  Welcoming the astute business mogul to the forum, the acting Secretary- Dr. Osado Tabusite said they were very  excited about the valuable experience and expertise the new acting PRO  will bring to this role, and that they were  confident that his contributions would be instrumental in further strengthening the forum’s mission and objectives. "On behalf of the entire Business and Hoteliers Stakeholders Forum (BHSF), we would like to officially welcome you to our team as the Acting Public Relations Officer (PRO).  "We are also pleased to inform you that, after careful consideration, we have acce...

Stakeholders comprising the Government, Waste Managers, Waste pickers, Academia, Media, Community leaders and Civil society groups among others, have called on Edo State government to adopt a zero waste approach to waste management with emphasis on waste segregation and waste pickers integration in a bid to creating a circular economy where nothing goes to landfills or incinerators. This was the subject  matter of a Workshop on Community Plastic Pact Towards a Greener Future - A Zero Waste Approach in Edo State organised by the Sustainable Environment Development Initiative (SEDI) held on Thursday 6th March, 2025, with financial support from the Global Greengrants Fund, (GGF)  Speaking, the Executive Director of SEDI- Dr. Tom Aneni said the  increasing complexity and quantity of wastes produced in Edo State has been of increasing concern in recent years. Hence, the need to embrace the zero waste philosophy. He said the zero waste philosophy is an approach aimed at reducin...

By Isaac Eranga  Members of Immaculate Conception College Old Boy Association (ICCOBA) Class of 96 Worldwide have presented the sum of One Million, Six Hundred and Five Thousand Naira to the family of late Mr. Iyen Ikponmwosa, a set mate who recently passed on to glory in Benin City. Presenting the money to the wife and brother of the deceased, the President of ICCOBA Class of 96 Worldwide- Mr. Kingsley Otaigbe Odigie described the death of Mr. Iyen Ikponmwosa as a great shock and urged the family to make good use of the money, especially for the upkeep of the children.  According to Mr. Kingsley Otaigbe, "late Mr. Iyen Ikponmwosa live a life worthy of emulation. He was intelligently hardworking and a typical example of a caring father and husband. We'll missed him greatly." "I want to really thank the Welfare Committee led by Mr. Amaju Ayiku. I also like to thank Mr. Emmanuel Okhakhu for the coordinating role he played during the course of donations by members of th...

By Isaac Eranga,  Edo Progressive Indigenous Association (EPIA), also known as Edo Indigenous Movement Worldwide says with the volume of resources coming from Edo indigenes in the diaspora, Edo is long overdue to have an international airport and seaport.  This was revealed to SOCIAL REPORTERS  NEWS SERVICE  in Benin City by the President and Founder of EPIA- Chief Bishop Omogiade Enoyiogiere Edokpolo. According to Chief Bishop Edokpolo, Edo Indigenous people will not rest until there's an international airport and an international seaport in Edo. "Having an international airport and seaport in Edo, will go a long way in opening the ancient city of Edo to the globe, and it will help in creating unlimited jobs for Edo indigenes. It will also help in boosting Edo economy. Enough of us contributing to other states' GDP; it's our turn, it's not our fault. "EPIA is using this medium to call on all Edo Indigenous people around the globe to join voices with EPIA'...