2 h. ago FCT Area Council Election: APC grants waivers to new defected aspirants, fixes June 25 for party primaries

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) has granted waivers to all new entrants from opposition parties to contest the party’s June 25, 2025, primary election for the February 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections. The decision was reached at an emergency meeting of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) on […] The post FCT Area Council Election: APC grants waivers to new defected aspirants, fixes June 25 for party primaries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Kogi govt inaugurates state task force on primary healthcare services

Tribune Online Kogi govt inaugurates state task force on primary healthcare services "By strengthening our primary healthcare system, we can improve health outcomes, reduce mortality rates, and enhance the overall quality of life for our people." Kogi govt inaugurates state task force on primary healthcare services Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inaugurated two committees aimed at tackling pressing issues of security and land disputes in Edo State.  The committee’s, Livestock Control Committee and the Boundary Committee, show the Governor’s commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and development across the State. He inaugurated the Livestock Control Committee […] The post Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Flooding: Okpebholo hires experts to understudy Akpabio, Wike’s control strategies

Tribune Online Flooding: Okpebholo hires experts to understudy Akpabio, Wike’s control strategies The statement disclosed that private and commercial buildings constructed along waterways will be demolished to pave the way for proper surface and underground drainage systems, particularly in Government Reservation Areas (GRAs) in Benin. Flooding: Okpebholo hires experts to understudy Akpabio, Wike’s control strategies Tribune Online

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14 h. ago How 5 farm workers killed their employer in Edo after collecting his N900,000

From Tony Osauzo, Benin A 56-year-old farmer, Henry Oyagbomwan, has been reportedly killed and buried in a shallow grave by five of his farm workers in Igueze village in Ovia North-East Local Government, Edo State. Police sources said the workers killed their employer after he sold pineapple worth N900,000 at his farm in Igueze village […] The post How 5 farm workers killed their employer in Edo after collecting his N900,000 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Wike is genuinely interested in making the PDP come back to life —Chief Dan Orbih

Tribune Online Wike is genuinely interested in making the PDP come back to life —Chief Dan Orbih Chief Dan Osi Orbih is the National Vice Chairman, South-South of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He is a long-standing leader of the party, who for many years held the position of Edo State Chairman and a member of the National Executive Committee (NEC). In this interview with TAIWO ADISA, he debunked insinuations that the […] Wike is genuinely interested in making the PDP come back to life —Chief Dan Orbih Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Gov Okpebholo Approves Return Of Schools To Missionaries In Edo

In a significant policy shift, Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the return of schools to the original owners – missionary organisations – in Edo State. The landmark decision was announced following a meeting between the governor and the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Auchi, Gabriel G. Dunia, on Monday, in Government House, Benin City, […]

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28 h. ago Edo Govt to tap into $7 billion annual remittances by Edo Diasporans for structured economic growth

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Governor Monday Okpebholo’s led administration, yesterday, announced its commitment to formalizing $7 billion annual remittances from its global diaspora into a visionary and transformative policy framework implemented by the Edo State Diaspora Agency to usher in a new era of engagement and empowerment for Edo State’s global diaspora. Press Secretary […] The post Edo Govt to tap into $7 billion annual remittances by Edo Diasporans for structured economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Edo AG denies meeting Supreme Court Justice over election petition

Tribune Online Edo AG denies meeting Supreme Court Justice over election petition “Assuming but not conceding that I was in the said facility, how does that translate to meeting with the jurist?” Edo AG denies meeting Supreme Court Justice over election petition Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Edo AG denies lobby claims, slams Odinkalu for malicious attack

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Rt. Hon. Dr. Samson R. Osagie has denied allegations of judicial interference in the ongoing governorship appeal and called on legal professionals to uphold ethical standards, particularly in the use of social media. He made the remarks during an address at the June […] The post Edo AG denies lobby claims, slams Odinkalu for malicious attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Raising the Bar: Doveland International School Shines Bright in 2025 JAMB Results

Tribune Online Raising the Bar: Doveland International School Shines Bright in 2025 JAMB Results In a year where the national conversation around education has been dominated by concerns of widespread underperformance in the 2025 JAMB examinations, Doveland International School has risen above the noise with a triumphant announcement—every single student from their Year 12 class scored above 200. In a country where such performance is a rarity, this achievement […] Raising the Bar: Doveland International School Shines Bright in 2025 JAMB Results Tribune Online

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40 h. ago FG partners Ananse to boost fashion, trade, digital innovation

By Sunday Ani In a move to revamp Nigeria’s creative economy, the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has entered into a five-year partnership with Ananse Internet Group to establish a national network of design and innovation hubs. The partnership, sealed through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), officially kick-starts the Ananse […] The post FG partners Ananse to boost fashion, trade, digital innovation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Fathers’ Day: Okpebholo urges fathers to love their children as God’s gifts

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, drew a similarity between the dedication required in fatherhood and in leadership at a special thanksgiving mass to mark the second year in office of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku to commemorate Father’s Day celebration. Addressing the […] The post Fathers’ Day: Okpebholo urges fathers to love their children as God’s gifts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Oshiomhole vs Air Peace: Nigerian airline operators grapple with mounting burdens

Tribune Online Oshiomhole vs Air Peace: Nigerian airline operators grapple with mounting burdens The recent escalating dispute between the former governor of Edo, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, and the management of Indigenous airline, Air Peace, concerning latter's operations has brought to the fore the numerous challenges facing Nigerian airline operators. Oshiomhole vs Air Peace: Nigerian airline operators grapple with mounting burdens Tribune Online

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56 h. ago Imo Govt directs reopening of schools after diphtheria outbreak

Imo State Government has directed nursery, primary and secondary schools’ authorities in Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area to reopen their read more Imo Govt directs reopening of schools after diphtheria outbreak

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62 h. ago Don’t abuse second chance, Edo parole board chairman warns inmates

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Chairman of Edo State Parole Board, Hon. Justice Alero Edodo-Eruaga (rtd), yesterday, warned inmates in the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Benin, not to abuse the second chance given to them by God and the government by misleading the board with wrongful information about themselves as they seek for parole but to […] The post Don’t abuse second chance, Edo parole board chairman warns inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago My dad still hopes I’ll one day decide to do something else –Aisha Mohammed, actress,  producer 

By Christy Anyanwu Aisha Mohammed is a talented Nigerian actress and producer. She has her roots in Nasarawa State, but grew up in Gboko, Benue State. This polyglot is fluent in Tiv, Hausa, and the English Language.     My passion for entertainment started at a young age. I actively participated in school dance and […] The post My dad still hopes I’ll one day decide to do something else –Aisha Mohammed, actress,  producer  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Schools battle for N20m prize at Ecobank National Schools’ Teams Chess Championship

Over 2,500 chess players from primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions across different states in Nigeria will compete for a share read more Schools battle for N20m prize at Ecobank National Schools’ Teams Chess Championship

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3 d. ago Peter Obi urges elite to support Nigerian businesses amid Oshiomhole, Air Peace rift

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has urged the Nigerian elite to show more support for indigenous businesses. Obi made the call in a Saturday statement following a rift between Senator for Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole and local airline, Air Peace. Oshiomhole and Air Peace have been at […] The post Peter Obi urges elite to support Nigerian businesses amid Oshiomhole, Air Peace rift appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Shocking twist as Thai singer realises he once sat in same seat as lone Air India crash survivor

A Thai singer who survived a deadly plane crash in 1998 has shared his shock after discovering a haunting coincidence read more Shocking twist as Thai singer realises he once sat in same seat as lone Air India crash survivor

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