edo state news

The Digest: A medical doctor, Dr. Ibrahim Tahir, has been released by kidnappers after his family secured his freedom with a N50 million ransom Key Points: Dr. Ibrahim Tahir was kidnapped with his younger brother at their Auchi residence on January 2. His younger brother was later found...

The Digest: The Edo Civil Society Organizations (EDOCSO) has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the state government and police to release 52 Ambrose Alli University students remanded after an anti-kidnapping protest, framing the detention as a profound failure to protect voices that cry out for...

The Digest: The Edo State Government has started efforts to secure the release of Ambrose Alli University students remanded in Ubiaja prison over last week’s violent protest. Governor Monday Okpebholo deployed the education commissioner to facilitate the process Key Points: 52 persons...

The Digest: Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has dismissed the recent Ekpoma unrest as a protest, labeling it a “coordinated riot” sponsored from abroad. The government alleges that a Nigerian based in Russia and other overseas actors funded the violence, a storm with roots far beyond local...

The Digest: The Edo State High Court has ordered the remand of several youths arrested during last weekend’s protest against insecurity in Ekpoma. The decision sparked emotional scenes in court Key Points: Protesters were arrested during a demonstration against kidnapping and insecurity in...

The Digest: A 43-year-old man, Amadin Williams, has been arrested in Edo State for the alleged murder of his childhood friend, Eghosa Osas, during a housewarming party in the Oben community. The victim, who had returned from abroad to celebrate Christmas with his family, was reportedly...

The Digest: Former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has condemned the violent attack on his cousin, Pedro Obaseki, who was beaten, stripped naked, and dragged to the Oba of Benin’s palace by suspected thugs. The assault, captured in a viral video, occurred while Pedro was playing football at...

The Digest: Gunmen have abducted 18 passengers along the Benin-Akure highway near Obarenren village in Edo State, with a joint security operation subsequently rescuing 11 of the victims after a massive bush combing. Key Points: Gunmen abducted 18 passengers from an 18-seater bus on the...

The Digest: Activist and security mediator Harrison Gwamnishu is at the centre of a fierce dispute after being accused of diverting part of a crowdfunded ransom meant to secure an abducted couple in Edo State. The family alleges he stole from the N20 million payment, while Gwamnishu denies...

The Digest: Harrison Gwamnishu has been accused of removing N5.4 million from a N20 million ransom raised for an abducted Edo couple, a claim he strongly denies, stating the money was part of a tactical security strategy. Key Points: Activist Harrison Gwamnishu is accused of diverting...

The Digest: The Edo State House of Assembly has summoned member Natasha Irobosa Osawaru, wife of music star 2Baba, to appear before its Ethics Committee over a viral video that the legislature says has brought it into "public disrepute." Key Points: The House of Assembly issued a one-week...

The Digest: A 24-year-old TikTok content creator known as "Madam Oil Rice" has been arrested by Edo State Police for allegedly staging her own kidnapping to gain online popularity. According to police reports, Osarobo Omoyemen confessed to fabricating the abduction story along Upper Sakponba...

The Digest: A 27-year-old woman, Chioma Success Ezebie, has been arrested by the Edo State Police Command for allegedly staging her own kidnapping—and that of her three-year-old son- to extort a N5 million ransom from her own husband. Key Points: Chioma Success was arrested alongside two...

The Digest: Aisha Wahab remains in captivity five days after being abducted from Igbira Camp near Auchi, Edo State, with her kidnappers demanding a ₦20 million ransom for her release. The situation has sparked public outrage as a viral video shows the terrified young woman pleading for her...

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has stirred reactions after declaring that all commissioners must wear the “Asiwaju cap” - symbolizing loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, during executive meetings. In a viral clip, the governor warned that anyone attending without the cap would be sent out.

The Digest: Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has mandated his cabinet members to wear President Tinubu-branded attire to executive meetings, framing political loyalty as a visible commitment while simultaneously warning against corruption and emphasizing service over self-enrichment in his...

The Digest: Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has authorized a N914 million compensation payment to APC State Youth Leader Tony Adun (Kabaka) for his hotel demolished during the previous administration, demonstrating a commitment to implementing court judgments across political lines. The...

The Digest: A church in Benin City has become the epicenter of a heated debate on modesty and authority. Pastor Isaac Josiah of Reclaimers Ministry distributed bras, wrappers, and pajamas to female congregants he accused of "indecent dressing," arguing that revealing attire was distracting...

The Digest: On September 5, 2025, gunmen attacked the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) personnel at BUA Cement Factory in Okpella, Edo State, killing eight officers and kidnapping a Chinese expatriate. The incident highlights the growing security concerns in the region. Key...

The Digest: A civil rights group has condemned the Edo State Ministry of Education for allegedly compelling teachers to perform menial labor like cutting grass. The accusation has triggered a labor dispute, with the rights group calling the practice a human rights violation, while the...