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Archbishop Akubueze’s commitment to protecting the dignity of every human person, particularly women, children and other vulnerable members of society, as well as his advocacy for strong family values, aligns closely with the mandate of the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, the Commissioner pointed out. "She extended her heartfelt condolences to the clergy, religious and lay faithful of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, the Catholic Bishops’ "Conference of Nigeria, the immediate family of the late Archbishop and all those grieving his demise

“Our logistics are ready. Our transportation arrangements are complete. Election personnel have been adequately trained. Electoral materials have been deployed. Security coordination has been concluded. Communication systems are operational. “Every Local Government Area, every Ward and every Polling Unit is ready. The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission has fulfilled its constitutional responsibility by putting in place every necessary arrangement for the successful conduct of the 2026 Local Government Elections"

Top: (C), Hon. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah and her visitors  Below: (C), In long...

Peter Guobadia, a 53 year old United States of America deportee mentally challenged, has been rescued by the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development. Guobadia was found wandering along Airport Road in Benin City, the State Capital in a state of severe mental distress; and taking up its responsibility, the Ministry provided urgent medical care, and reunited him with the family.

Beyond politics, his exemplary leadership, humility, and passion for the development of society have earned him the respect and admiration of people across all divides. As he marks another year of God’s abundant blessings, we celebrate a distinguished son of Edo State whose life and service continue to impact countless lives positively.

  The rescued kidnap victims  ‎ By Dada Ayokhai ‎ ‎The Edo State Police Command says it has rescued 11...

The reality before us is deeply concerning. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and Nigeria’s National Drug Use Survey, an estimated 14.3 million Nigerians between the ages of 15 and 64, representing 14.4 percent of the population, use psychoactive substances, a figure significantly higher than the global average of 5.6 percent The South-South region, including Edo State, remains among the areas most affected by illicit drug use

    • Sue for Executive, Legislative synergy     From our Bureau Chief, Abuja    Senator Joseph Ikpea representing...

Today, we honour the men who tirelessly nurture, provide, protect and lead their families with courage, sacrifice and love. "Fathers remain the bedrock of stable homes and strong communities, and their resilience, integrity and commitment continue to shape the social and economic progress of Edo State."

"Governor Okpebholo’s prompt directive to the Edo police to fish out perpetrators of the Vegetable Market kidnap incident, and the swift response of the Police and other security agencies; that led to the rescue of the kidnapped woman and the arrest of a member of the gang, is highly commendable.”