…..Says, “Joe Okojie will be disgraced in Uromi” A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Mr. John Mayaki, has said that the party is fully set to defeat the candidate of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Joe Okojie, in the Edo Central Senatorial rerun election even in his domain, Uromi. “The main contender in the election is Joseph Ikpea,” Mayaki said. “His election to fill the vacant seat left by Governor Monday Okpebholo will be the final nail in the political coffin of the opposition PDP before the 2027 general election.” Mayaki told reporters in Benin City that the good work being done by the APC government of Governor Monday Okpebholo in the state would give the party an added advantage ahead of the rerun. His words: “We are fully prepared to take on our opponent in the election. We will demonstrate with this election that the PDP is dead in Edo State, and we will go further to defeat their candidate in his Uromi stronghold. “You will see ...

F rom right - 4th is Chief Dr Bridget Osakwe, 5th Edo State Commissioner of Police CP Monday Agbonika, 6th Edo Commissioner for Women Affairs Chief Barr. Mrs Bisi Idaomi, 8th WPS Consultant Mrs Amy Oyekunle, and others during a courtesy visit to the Commissioner for Women Affairs A 2-Day Review Meeting on Localization of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 and Women, Peace and Security in Edo State, Nigeria, has been held in Benin.  The meeting which was under the auspices of West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP) Nigeria, in partnership with the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP), with support from global Affairs Canada, brought together stakeholders comprising both state and non-state actors to review the draft State Action Plan (SAP) in order to align it with Nigeria's 3rd National Action Plan (NAP). Declaring the meeting open, the Edo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development- Chief Mrs Bisi Idaomi, said she was  honor...

Amina A. Umar​1,MBBS, MPH,  Hassan Adam Murtala2 MBBS, MPH, MIPC, MBA,  Aisha Adam Abdullahi2 MBBS, MSc, Amina Aminu2 MBBS,  Muktar H. Aliyu3 MD, DrPH,  Sani H. Aliyu4 MBBS, MSc,  Ololade D. Adeyemi5 MD, MPH, MLA,  Deepa Dongarwar6 MS,  Jordi B. Torrelles7 PhD,  Gambo Aliyu8 MBBS, PhD,  Hamisu M. Salihu2MD, PhD 1Department of Community Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria 2Department of Epidemiology and Population Health, Kano Independent Research Center Trust, Kano, Nigeria 3Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health, Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America 4Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, United Kingdom 5Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja, Nigeria 6University of Texas Health Sciences Center, Houston, Texas, United States of America 7Population Health Program, The International Center for the Advancement of Research and Education, Texas Biomedical Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas, United States of...

 By Isaac Eranga  Comrade Ismail giving words of encouragement to the displaced persons A 2-day field exercise on sensitisation and enrolment of learners in Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps at Ohogua, near Benin City, has been put together by National Commission for Mass, Literacy, Adult and Non-formal Education (NMEC), in collaboration with Edo State Agency for Mass Education.  Speaking to participants, an Assistant Director of Education from NMEC- Comrade Ismail Arabambi Oniyangi, reiterated the importance of learning. He said they were at the camp to inform the displaced persons that they can read and write, not minding their age. "We are here to tell you that you can read and write. It could be in any language, not necessarily English. We are here to know about your education journey", he said. On her part, an Assistant Director of ESAME- kadiri Onose Charity, said they were at the camp to bring education to all levels of the displaced persons. Hear her: "I ...

The slow but steady rise in plastic pollution has become one of the most serious environmental problems of our day. It crosses national borders and needs a worldwide solution. In response to this pressing necessity, the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) commenced in March 2022 the formulation of an international legally binding treaty addressing plastic pollution, particularly in marine ecosystems, commonly referred to as the Global Plastic Treaty (GPT). This noteworthy treaty seeks to tackle every stage of the life cycle of plastics, from manufacturing to disposal, promoting a circular economy and preserving both the environment and the general public from its damaging effects. At the UNEA in March 2022, 175 countries passed UNEA-5.2, creating an Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) tasked with drafting this treaty. In contrast to voluntary agreements, this treaty seeks to establish universal norms and standards, offering a unified and responsible strategy for reduci...

In a mark of deep respect and national mourning, the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the suspension of the commissioning ceremony of 102 ultra-modern buses acquired for the newly rebranded Edoline Mass Transit Scheme. Governor Okpebholo stated that proceeding with the flag-off of the public transportation initiative at this time, following the unfortunate passing of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, would be insensitive and out of tune with the national mood. "President Muhammadu Buhari was a towering figure in Nigeria’s democratic journey and governance history. As a people, we must reflect this period of national loss with appropriate solemnity. Therefore, we have decided to postpone the unveiling of the Edoline buses in honour of his memory,” the Governor said. The Governor extended his heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the late President, the government and the people of Katsina State, and indeed all Nigerians who feel ...

Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has described the Supreme Court verdict as a call to higher Service, unity and shared progress for Edo State.  This was contained in a press statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Okpebholo- Mr. Fred Itua.  According to the Statement, "this definitive verdict is not merely a legal triumph—it is a solemn reaffirmation of the sacred mandate freely given by the people of Edo State. It signals the beginning of a fresh chapter rooted in unity, inclusiveness, and accelerated development. "His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, extends profound gratitude to the judiciary for its courage and fidelity to justice, and to the great people of Edo State for their unflinching support, patience, and faith in democracy.  "He views this moment not as a personal victory but as a shared triumph for every Edo citizen, regardless of political, ethnic, or religious affiliation. "Governor Okpebholo renews his vow to lead with humil...