Patrick Ochoga

Residents and motorists in Benin City, Edo State, have expressed relief as the state government commences the rehabilitation of dilapidated roads across the Government Reserved Areas (GRA) and other parts of the metropolis.

The Edo State Government has commenced the rehabilitation of the centuries-old Benin Moat, identifying seven locations for restoration as part of efforts to preserve the historic monument and develop its tourism potential.

It said credible and acceptable polls was not only about going to the polling unit but free of intimidation of political opponents ahead of the polls.

The Federal High Court sitting in Benin City on Tuesday sacked the candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Oredo Federal

Passengers using the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses recently introduced by Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to ease transportation challenges have commended the initiative, describing it as a welcome relief for residents.

Passengers using the compressed natural gas (CNG) buses recently introduced by Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to ease transportation

The Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, has called on African leaders to prioritise human capital development, strengthen institutions and expand economic opportunities, declaring that the continent's future prosperity depends more on the capabilities of its people than its abundant natural resources.

Commercial sex activities and alleged drug dealing have continued to thrive around Ihama Street, an area within the Government Reservation Area (GRA) of Benin City, Edo State, despite repeated government raids and security crackdowns on suspected criminal hideouts.

Founder of The Osahon Okunbo Foundation (TOOF), Dr. Osahon Okunbo, has called for stronger institutions, effective policies and sustained investment in cultural heritage to ensure Africa's creative economy delivers lasting benefits for future generations.

Olori Atuwatse III, wife of the Olu of Warri, has challenged African leaders, investors and business executives to prioritise ownership, investment and economic benefits in the continent's creative industry, lamenting that Africa earns only about $1 from every $100 generated through global trade in creative goods.