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Police commence investigations into killing of Inspector by suspected armed robbers in Edo

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The Edo State Police Command has said it has commenced a full-scale investigation into the killing of one of its officers by gunmen on Friday in Benin City. DAILY POST had earlier reported that gunmen, suspected to be armed robbers, reportedly killed a police officer along the Ugbowo–Lagos road, near Ekosodin junction in Benin City. The Public Relations Officer of the command, Moses Yamu, who confirmed the incident in a statement made available …See the Story

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Edo: Police Restate Ban on Fireworks, Warn Parents, Shop Owners

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The Edo State Police Command has warned parents, shop owners and citizens that the use of fireworks constitutes a nuisance and is prohibited under relevant laws. DAILY POST reports that the Command also warned that anybody found selling, purchasing or using fireworks would be arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law. The Public Relations Officer of the Command, Moses Yamu gave the warning in a statement made available to newsmen on Su…See the Story

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“I Pushed for His Arrest” – VeryDarkMan Spills New Details on Harrison Gwamnishu Ransom Theft Scandal

Man who spoke to Harrison Gwamnishu about ransom allegation shares what he observed, begs public

A Nigerian man who spoke Harrison Gwamnishu about his ongoing case in the ransom diversion allegation case in Auchi, Edo state shared his observations.Auchi · Auchi Read Article

Chinese expatriate regains freedom in Edo after over three months

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After over three months in the kidnappers’ den, a Chinese expatriate abducted by gunmen on September 5, 2025, at BUA Cement Plant, Okpella, has finally regained freedom. DAILY POST reports that the Chinese expatriate simply identified as Mr Wang, was abducted when gunmen stormed the BUA cement plant and killed eight personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC. A statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Poli…Edo · Edo Read Article

About Legendry Miles & Biography

About Legendry Miles & Biography Philip Friday Afeleokhai, professionally known as Legendry Miles, is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and recording artist born on July 25, 1994. He hails from Edo State, in the southern region of Nigeria a place known for its rich cultural heritage, artistic brilliance, and deep musical roots. Growing up, Legendry Miles developed a strong passion for music, drawing inspiration from the diverse sounds around him. O…Edo · Edo Read Article

Edo pledges strict enforcement of new environmental law - EnviroNews - latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy

The Edo State Government has vowed to fully enforce its new Sanitation and Pollution Management Law to safeguard public health and the environment. Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Mr. Nosa Adams, gave the assurance during a meeting with stakeholders on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Benin City, the state capital. Adams said the law would strengthen efforts to keep communities clean while addressing pollution and environmental degr…Climate Change · Benin City Read Article

Gunmen Kill Police Inspector in Daylight Attack in Benin

The Edo State Police Command has strongly condemned the brutal and senseless killing of a serving Police Inspector attached to Ekiadolor Area Command. The incident occurred around 12 noon on Friday during a routine stop-and-search operation at a police checkpoint near Ekosodin Junction, Benin City. According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, […]Benin City · Benin City Read Article

Fecent Ricco Collaborates With Terry Apala on the Soulful and Energetic New Single “Yewande”

Rising Afrofusion talent, Fecent Ricco has unveiled his latest single, “Yewande,” featuring the ever-distinctive Terry Apala. The song blends soulful warmth with a vibrant, dance-friendly groove, delivering a beautiful balance of emotion and rhythm. Born Festus Otabor, Fecent Ricco is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer from Edo State, who spent his early years in Agbara, Ogun State, before expanding his artistry across Nigeria an…Edo · Edo Read Article

Abubakar Yakubu Emerges As New AGN President

The Genius Media BREAKING: Regina Daniels Mother Loses As Abubakar Yakubu Emerges As New AGN President BREAKING: Regina Daniels Mother Loses As Abubakar Yakubu Emerges As New AGN President Incumbent national secretary of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Alhaji Abubakar Yakubu, has been elected as president of the body. ‎ The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has concluded its highly anticipated national elections in Benin City, Edo State, with […Benin City · Benin City Read Article

Edo: Police Restate Ban on Fireworks, Warn Parents, Shop Owners

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Oba of Benin suspends priest for allegedly violating established customs, traditions

Oba Ewuare reaffirmed Chief Kingsley Igbinosa as the Okao, or traditional head, of Unuamen Village. He dismissed the suspended priest’sBenin City · Benin City Read Article

LEGAL CHECK: Aircraft disturbances, including fights and phone use, come with jail terms

Incidents of disorderly conduct on flights and at airports have been on the rise in Nigeria, stirring fresh talks on what the law says about safety and behaviour in aviation spaces.Air Travel · Edo Read Article

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Police commence investigations into killing of Inspector by suspected armed robbers in Edo

Edo: Police Restate Ban on Fireworks, Warn Parents, Shop Owners

“I Pushed for His Arrest” – VeryDarkMan Spills New Details on Harrison Gwamnishu Ransom Theft Scandal

Man who spoke to Harrison Gwamnishu about ransom allegation shares what he observed, begs public

Chinese expatriate regains freedom in Edo after over three months

About Legendry Miles & Biography

Edo pledges strict enforcement of new environmental law - EnviroNews - latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy

Gunmen Kill Police Inspector in Daylight Attack in Benin

Fecent Ricco Collaborates With Terry Apala on the Soulful and Energetic New Single “Yewande”

Abubakar Yakubu Emerges As New AGN President

Edo: Police Restate Ban on Fireworks, Warn Parents, Shop Owners

Oba of Benin suspends priest for allegedly violating established customs, traditions

LEGAL CHECK: Aircraft disturbances, including fights and phone use, come with jail terms

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Man who spoke to Harrison Gwamnishu about ransom allegation shares what he observed, begs public

Chinese expatriate regains freedom in Edo after over three months

About Legendry Miles & Biography

Edo pledges strict enforcement of new environmental law - EnviroNews - latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy

Gunmen Kill Police Inspector in Daylight Attack in Benin

Fecent Ricco Collaborates With Terry Apala on the Soulful and Energetic New Single “Yewande”

Abubakar Yakubu Emerges As New AGN President

Edo: Police Restate Ban on Fireworks, Warn Parents, Shop Owners

Oba of Benin suspends priest for allegedly violating established customs, traditions

LEGAL CHECK: Aircraft disturbances, including fights and phone use, come with jail terms

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