5 d. ago Outbreak of Diphtheria in Edo going beyond expected scope, govt cries out

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Government, yesterday, expressed worry that the outbreak of Diphtheria in the state is going beyond expected scope as people that have been fully vaccinated have been found to be infected including people beyond age five who are not expected to be infected. This as the Government announced that […] The post Outbreak of Diphtheria in Edo going beyond expected scope, govt cries out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Court begins hearing of NBM suit against Edo govt over property demolition

From Ben Dunno, Warri The Federal High Court, Benin, has commenced hearing into the case filed by a philanthropic group, Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa, against Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, over alleged unlawful trespass and illegal demolition of its national secretariat, situated at Oba Ewuare II Cultural Centre 7, Arena Way, Amagba, Benin […] The post Court begins hearing of NBM suit against Edo govt over property demolition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Edo Gov’t Threatens Lawsuit Over Alleged Defamation Against Okpebholo, Others

The Edo State Ministry of Justice has sternly warned one Mr. Ogbeide Ifaluyi-Isibor over a social media publication allegedly described as malicious and defamatory against Governor Monday Okpebholo and members of the state executive council. In an official letter dated June 8, 2025, and signed by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Samson […]

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1 week ago Edo Gov’t To Crack Down On Lounges, Clubs Others Without Valid Permits

The Edo State Government has announced clampdown plans on all lounge, club, and outdoor bar owners operating in the state without valid building or development permits. Managing Director of the Edo State Development and Building Control Agency (ESDBCA), Imoisili Darlington Igabali, who made this known on Wednesday, said the exercise has become necessary due to […]

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1 week ago Edo govt assures traditional medicine practitioners of effective collaboration

Tribune Online Edo govt assures traditional medicine practitioners of effective collaboration "In order to work together, we are going to register and accredit Traditional Medicine Practitioners in Edo for easy identification and better working relationships with the state government. Edo govt assures traditional medicine practitioners of effective collaboration Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Edo community protests destruction of farm crops, seeks Oba, govt interventions

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin As the nation grapples with acute food shortage, the inhabitants of Ekole Community in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State have raised concerns over the alleged destruction of their farmlands by one Monday Igbinoba. The inhabitants of the community, in their numbers, protested at the premises of the […] The post Edo community protests destruction of farm crops, seeks Oba, govt interventions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Daniel Ayama murder: Bayelsa Govt directs Special Committee on Human Rights to unravel truth

 Assures the bereaved family of Justice  From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa   Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri, has directed the State Special Committee on Security and Human Rights Violations to investigate the immediate and remote causes of the killing of Mr Daniel Ayama by unknown assailants on the 16th of this month in Yenagoa, the […] The post Daniel Ayama murder: Bayelsa Govt directs Special Committee on Human Rights to unravel truth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edo govt assures of Justice, equity in fight against cultism

Tribune Online Edo govt assures of Justice, equity in fight against cultism Edo State Government on Tuesday assured that it would ensure justice, equity, and fairness in its war against cultism and other violent crimes in the state. Edo govt assures of Justice, equity in fight against cultism Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Idahosa assures Red Cross of govt’s collaboration, support in Edo

Tribune Online Idahosa assures Red Cross of govt’s collaboration, support in Edo The Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on Tuesday assured the Red Cross Society of the Edo State Government's support and collaboration to enhance their sustainability and outreach efforts. Idahosa assures Red Cross of govt’s collaboration, support in Edo Tribune Online

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last month Edo govt approves renovation of burnt Oba Market after years of abandonment

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Government has approved the renovation of the burnt Oba market in fulfilment of campaign promises made by Governor Monday Okpebholo. Commissioner for Information and Communications, Paul Ohonbamu, who announced this shortly after the State Executive Council meeting presided over by the governor explained that during the electioneering, Okpebholo promised […] The post Edo govt approves renovation of burnt Oba Market after years of abandonment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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