Oba of Benin sacks priest over alleged land grabbing, extortion, demolition of houses

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has sacked the priest of Okhuoromi community in Oredo Local Government Area, Ovbokhan Igbinovia, over alleged land grabbing, extortion, and unauthorized demolition of private properties. DAILY POST reports that the priest …

Benin NBA Warns Against Violation Of Suspects’ Rights

Share The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, known as the Lion Bar, has issued a stern warning over disturbing human rights violations amid the ongoing clampdown on cultism in Edo State. In a statement signed by Ekama Itohan, Chairman, and …

Oba of Benin deposes Edo community priest

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, on Thursday deposed the traditional priest of Okhuoromi community in the Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State, Ovbokhan Igbinovia, from his position following a series of misdeeds. This is contained in a statement …

FG to prioritise emergency works on Benin–Sapele road

The Federal Ministry of Works has reiterated its commitment to urgent intervention on the severely deteriorated Benin–Sapele Road, particularly the section leading towards Obayantor in Edo State. This pledge follows a formal appeal by the Benin-Owena River …

EFCC arrests 28 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 28 suspected internet fraudsters on Wednesday, May 14, at various locations in Benin City, Edo State. EFCC Spokesman Dele Oyewale …

Ipokia: The Border Town that Connects Nigeria and Benin Republic

Ipokia is more than just a town—it’s a vital border point between Nigeria and the Benin Republic. In this video, we explore the strategic importance… Thu, 15 May 2025 11:59:28 WAT Ipokia is more than just a town—it’s a vital border point between Nigeria …

Maintenance: TCN announces power outage for Benin substation

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Thursday announced that it would perform annual maintenance on a 60MVA, 132/33KV transformer at the Benin transmission substation on Friday, By Nefishetu Yakubu The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on …

28 Suspected internet fraudsters arrested in Benin City

No fewer than twenty-eight suspected internet fraudsters have been arrested by the operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. The anti graft agency in a post shared via its X.com page ( formerly Twitter) on …

Edo To Renovate Burnt Oba Market, Approves 25% Advance Payment For 2nd Flyover In Benin

BENIN – Edo State Government has approved the Renovation of the Burnt Oba market in fulfilment of the promises made by Governor Monday Okpebholo during his election campaign. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon …

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