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  1. Governance Crisis in Edo: State Assembly Votes to Impeach Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu

    Nigeria Governance Crisis in Edo: State Assembly Votes to Impeach Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu

    The Edo State House of Assembly has voted to impeach Philip Shaibu from his position as the Deputy Governor of the state. This decision follows the adoption of a report submitted by a seven-man investigative panel, headed by retired Justice S. A. Omonuwa, appointed by Chief Judge Daniel...
  2. Edo State in Shock: Kidnappers Kill Union Bank Manager John Otobo Despite Ransom Payment

    Nigeria Edo State in Shock: Kidnappers Kill Union Bank Manager John Otobo Despite Ransom Payment

    In a devastating turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the community of Udo in Edo State, the manager of the Union Bank branch in Igueben, Mr. John Otobo, has been tragically killed by his kidnappers. The incident, which has left the entire region in mourning, unfolded amidst the...
  3. INEC Releases Governorship Candidates List for Edo 2024 Election

    Nigeria INEC Releases Governorship Candidates List for Edo 2024 Election

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) made a significant stride in Edo State's political landscape as it unveiled the list of governorship candidates for the upcoming September 21 election. Led by the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Anugbum Onuoha, INEC displayed the...
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    Politics Abducted Edo PDP chairman regains freedom - Punch Newspaper

    https://punchng.com/abducted-edo-pdp-chairman-regains-freedom/
  5. Tony Aziegbemi Kidnapped in Benin City: Fear Grips Edo State Ahead of Election

    Nigeria Tony Aziegbemi Kidnapped in Benin City: Fear Grips Edo State Ahead of Election

    The Chairman of the Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tony Aziegbemi, has been reportedly abducted by gunmen, adding a disturbing twist to the political landscape. The incident occurred around 7 pm on Friday, mere days after the expiration of the party's State Working...
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    Politics Edo Guber: I Have No Deal With Obaseki On Shaibu’s Impeachment – Oshiomhole - Information Nigeria

    https://www.informationng.com/2024/03/edo-guber-i-have-no-deal-with-obaseki-on-shaibus-impeachment-oshiomhole.html
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    Politics Edo Assembly begins impeachment process against Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu - Premium Times

    https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/674847-edo-assembly-begins-impeachment-process-against-deputy-governor-philip-shaibu.html
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    Metro Police arrests driver with pistol and ammunition in Edo - Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/3/police-arrests-driver-with-pistol-and-ammunition-in-edo-2.html
  9. Controversy in Edo: Shaibu Insists on Victory, Challenges PDP for Certificate

    Nigeria Controversy in Edo: Shaibu Insists on Victory, Challenges PDP for Certificate

    Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has taken a bold step by storming the national headquarters of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, demanding the party's certificate of return for the governorship election. This move comes after a parallel PDP governorship candidate result...
  10. Jubilation in Edo as Olumide Akpata Emerges Labour Party's Governorship Candidate

    Nigeria Jubilation in Edo as Olumide Akpata Emerges Labour Party's Governorship Candidate

    Former President of the Nigeria Bar Association, Olumide Osaigbovo Akpata, has secured the Labour Party's Governorship Candidacy in Edo State, sparking widespread jubilation among the people. The victory of Barrister Olumide Akpata is met with celebration, reflecting the significance of his...
  11. Senator Monday Okpebholo Emerges as APC Flagbearer in Revised Edo Gubernatorial Primary

    Nigeria Senator Monday Okpebholo Emerges as APC Flagbearer in Revised Edo Gubernatorial Primary

    Senator Monday Okpebholo has emerged as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Edo State governorship, securing 12,433 votes. The results were announced on Friday by Governor Bassey Otu, Chairman of the Revised APC Edo Gubernatorial Election Committee. Out...
  12. Victory for Asue Ighodalo: Edo PDP Selects Business Tycoon as Governorship Flagbearer

    Nigeria Victory for Asue Ighodalo: Edo PDP Selects Business Tycoon as Governorship Flagbearer

    In a recent political development, prominent businessman Asue Ighodalo has secured victory in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary for Edo State. The election, held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, saw Ighodalo garnering 577 votes, outshining other contenders...
  13. Philip Shaibu Emerges Winner in Controversial Parallel PDP Primary in Edo

    Nigeria Philip Shaibu Emerges Winner in Controversial Parallel PDP Primary in Edo

    In a surprising turn of events, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has been declared the winner of a parallel People's Democratic Party (PDP) primary election, separate from the ongoing voting at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. The declaration, which occurred at a...
  14. Nigerians Intrigued as Bassey Otu Replaces Uzodimma in APC Leadership Amid Edo Primary Controversy

    Nigeria Nigerians Intrigued as Bassey Otu Replaces Uzodimma in APC Leadership Amid Edo Primary Controversy

    The APC National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Argungu, revealed in a statement that Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has been appointed to replace Uzodimma. Otu's new role includes overseeing the rerun poll scheduled for Thursday, February 22, bringing a fresh perspective to the...
  15. [VIDEO] Gov Obaseki Brutal Assessment About Causes of the Current 'Wahala' in Nigeria

    Nigeria [VIDEO] Gov Obaseki Brutal Assessment About Causes of the Current 'Wahala' in Nigeria

    Governor Obaseki delivered a scathing assessment of the root causes behind Nigeria's ongoing challenges. The governor identified corruption as a major culprit, pointing fingers at political leaders and influential figures who have allegedly embezzled public funds. He emphasized the detrimental...
  16. Edo APC Guber Drama: Ize-Iyamu Withdraws as Oshiomhole's Allegiance Shifts to Another Aspirant

    Nigeria Edo APC Guber Drama: Ize-Iyamu Withdraws as Oshiomhole's Allegiance Shifts to Another Aspirant

    Ahead of the APC primary election in Edo State, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, a prominent aspirant, has withdrawn from the governorship race. Ize-Iyamu, who contested against Governor Godwin Obaseki in 2016 and 2020, was among the 12 aspirants cleared by the party's screening committee...
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    Politics Edo 2024: PDP cancels ward congress over abduction of electoral officers - P.M News

    https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2024/02/06/edo-2024-pdp-cancels-ward-congress-over-abduction-of-electoral-officers/#google_vignette
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    Metro Edo police arrest fake spiritualist for threatening to upload woman’s nud£ video online - Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/1/edo-police-arrest-fake-spiritualist-for-threatening-to-upload-womans-nudps-video-online.html
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    Politics Edo 2024: ‘Nobody Can Stop My Governorship Ambition’ — APC’s Ize-Iyamu - Information Nigeria

    https://www.informationng.com/2024/01/edo-2024-nobody-can-stop-my-governorship-ambition-apcs-ize-iyamu.html
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    Politics Labour Party pegs Edo governorship forms at N30m - The Nation

    https://thenationonlineng.net/labour-party-pegs-edo-governorship-forms-at-n30m/
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