EDO 2024: Tinubu to Edo Governor-Elect Okpebholo: ‘See Your Victory as a Call to Service, Not a Time to Gloat’
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on his victory in the Edo State governorship election. Okpebholo won with 291,667 votes, defeating Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who garnered 247,274 votes, and Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata, who secured 22,763 votes. In a statement from presidential spokesman […]
EDO 2024: APC’s Okpebholo Wins Edo Governorship Amid Allegations of Widespread Vote Buying
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024. Okpebholo won with 291,667 votes, defeating Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who secured 247,274 votes, and Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata, who received […]
JUST IN: Lagdo Dam Water Released: NIHSA Warns of Imminent Floods, Urges Residents to Relocate
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has announced that water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam has been released into the River Niger and River Benue, warning residents in flood-prone areas to relocate immediately. The water release, which started on Wednesday, is expected to lead to floods, particularly in 11 vulnerable states, including Adamawa, Taraba, Benue, and […]
EDO 2024: INEC Deploys 5,000 BVAS Devices for Edo Election: ‘We Are Ready for a Free, Fair, and Credible Process’
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to deploy over 5,000 Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems (BVAS) and other sensitive materials for the Edo State governorship election, scheduled for Saturday. Ballot papers and result sheets were delivered to secure facilities under tight security on Wednesday. INEC is preparing to ensure a smooth election across the […]
EDO 2024: Peter Obi Rallies Support for Akpata, Tells INEC and Security: ‘Ensure Free and Fair Election in Edo’
Peter Obi, Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, called on security agencies and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to guarantee a free, fair, and credible election in the Edo State governorship race. Speaking at the final rally in Benin City for Labour Party candidate Olumide Akpata, Obi emphasized that Edo could lead […]
Drama Unfolds as Gunshots Erupt During Failed EFCC Attempt to Arrest Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello: ‘He’s Still Wanted’ – EFCC
On Wednesday night, an EFCC attempt to arrest former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello at the Governor’s Lodge in Abuja escalated into chaos, with gunshots fired during a standoff between EFCC operatives and security forces. The area was swiftly sealed off, but reports suggest Bello managed to leave the scene with current governor Ahmed Ododo. […]
PDP Candidate Ighodalo Files ₦20bn Suit Against Oshiomhole: ‘False Allegations Won’t Go Unchallenged’
Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Edo State, has filed a ₦20 billion defamation lawsuit against Senator Adams Oshiomhole over alleged defamatory comments related to the “Planwell” scheme. Ighodalo, through his legal counsel, Ayo Asala (SAN) & Associates, also demanded an immediate retraction and public apology from Oshiomhole, to be broadcast […]
High Dangote Petrol Prices May Lead to More Imports, Marketers Warn: ‘Prices Could Reach N1,200/litre’
Oil marketers have expressed concerns that the high price of petrol from the Dangote Refinery, as released by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), could justify the continued importation of petrol into Nigeria. NNPC announced that petrol from Dangote could cost up to N1,019/litre in northern states like Borno, while the lowest price would be […]
Benue Governor Alia Defends Confiscation of Palliatives: ‘Investigation Needed Before Distribution’
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has justified the confiscation of palliatives meant for the Ushongo/Kwande Federal Constituency, following accusations by Representative Terseer Ugboh. Speaking through his Chief Press Secretary, Kula Tersoo, Governor Alia explained that the palliatives were seized after a tip-off revealed they had been diverted to a private residence, bypassing the […]
EDO 2024: Failure to Sign Peace Accord Sends Wrong Signal, Warns Bishop Kukah Ahead of Polls
Bishop Matthew Hassan-Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has expressed concern over political parties and candidates refusing to sign the Peace Accord, which promotes non-violence during elections. Speaking at the Edo Election Security Townhall in Benin City, Kukah noted that the absence of key parties, including the PDP, from the pre-election ritual for the […]