Governor Okpebholo Launches ‘Operation Flush’ to Combat Kidnapping, Cultism in Edo
In a decisive move to tackle rising insecurity across Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo has unveiled a new initiative dubbed “Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists.” The security operation, officially launched on Sunday, comes with the…
Okpebholo Looks to Akwa Ibom, Rivers for Blueprint to End Edo Flooding
In a bold move to combat the persistent flooding plaguing parts of Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo has dispatched a team of hydrology and environmental experts to Akwa Ibom and Rivers states to study their successful flood control systems and…
Ighodalo Heads to Supreme Court as Appeal Court Upholds Okpebholo’s Victory
The legal battle over the Edo State governorship election is far from over as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, are set to challenge the Court of Appeal’s judgment at the Supreme Court. On Thursday, the Court of Appeal…
Edo Election Legal Battle: Appeal Court Reserves Judgment in Ighodalo vs Okpebholo Case
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved judgment in the legal tussle surrounding the outcome of the September 21, 2024 Edo State governorship election, following arguments on three separate appeals and a cross-appeal. The appeals were filed by…
No Retreat: Edo Youths Stand Tall with Governor Okpebholo in Fierce War Against Cultism
In a bold and unwavering stance, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to eradicating cultism, declaring that intimidation and threats will not derail the state’s mission to ensure safety…
Edo Governor Declares War on Cultism: Petitions Police and DSS to Arrest NBM Leader for Forgery
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Ajayi, demanding the swift arrest and prosecution of the…
Edo Workers Get Boost as Governor Okpebholo Raises Minimum Wage to N75,000 — Labour Applauds Bold Move
BENIN CITY — The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Edo State chapter, has lauded Governor Monday Okpebholo for increasing the state’s minimum wage from N70,000 to N75,000, calling it a timely intervention to ease the economic pressure faced by…
Ramadan: Edo Governor Calls for Prayers, Unity, and Compassion
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has called on Muslims to pray for peace in the state and across Nigeria. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, the governor extended…
Governor Okpebholo Paves Way for Edo’s Independent Economy, Phases Out Consultant-Led Administration
Hobnob News Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering a self-sustaining economy by prioritizing home-grown solutions and eliminating reliance on external consultants. Speaking at an event…
Edo Governor Accuses Suspended LG Chairmen of Diverting N12bn to PDP Leaders; PDP Demands Evidence
Hobnob News Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has accused the suspended chairmen of the state’s 18 local government councils of remitting approximately N12 billion to leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over 15 months. The governor made…