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The Nigerian Observer is a daily newspaper published in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, since 1968 by the Bendel Newspapers Corporation (BNC) and is owned by the Edo State Government The Nigerian Observer is a daily newspaper published in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, since 1968 by the Bendel Newspapers Company Limited (BNCL) and is owned by the Edo State Government.

Troops nab arms dealer with explosives, disrupt terror logistics in recent operationsAbuja: Troops of the Nigerian Army ...
15/08/2026

Troops nab arms dealer with explosives, disrupt terror logistics in recent operations

Abuja: Troops of the Nigerian Army have apprehended a suspected arms and explosives dealer transporting 180 20mm Super Power explosives allegedly destined for terrorists in Katsina. Operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday, revealed that the suspect was captured by troops of 1 Brigade at a checkpoint in Zurmi, Zamfara, following intelligence on his movement....

Abuja: Troops of the Nigerian Army have apprehended a suspected arms and explosives dealer transporting 180 20mm Super Power explosives allegedly destined for terrorists in Katsina. Operational rep…

Osun 2026: Adeleke urges voters to protect their votesEde (Osun) - Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun on Saturday urged voters...
15/08/2026

Osun 2026: Adeleke urges voters to protect their votes

Ede (Osun) - Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun on Saturday urged voters to participate actively in the governorship election, protect their votes and remain vigilant throughout voting and collation across the state. Adeleke spoke shortly after casting his ballot at Ward 2, Unit 9, Sagba Abogunde, Ede, where he encouraged eligible citizens to exercise their constitutional rights peacefully and responsibly....

Ede (Osun) – Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun on Saturday urged voters to participate actively in the governorship election, protect their votes and remain vigilant throughout voting and collatio…

Osun Governorship Election Begins Peacefully Amid Early Turnout, Heavy SecurityOSOGBO — Voting in the 2026 Osun State go...
15/08/2026

Osun Governorship Election Begins Peacefully Amid Early Turnout, Heavy Security

OSOGBO — Voting in the 2026 Osun State governorship election commenced on Saturday in a generally peaceful atmosphere, with early turnout recorded in several parts of the state and security personnel deployed around polling units. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported from Osogbo, Ede, Ilesa, Ejigbo and Boripe Local Government Areas that voters began arriving at polling centres well before the scheduled commencement of accreditation and voting....

OSOGBO — Voting in the 2026 Osun State governorship election commenced on Saturday in a generally peaceful atmosphere, with early turnout recorded in several parts of the state and security personn…

EDSG Working Tirelessly To Fight Child Defilement Says AbdallaThe Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development,...
15/08/2026

EDSG Working Tirelessly To Fight Child Defilement Says Abdalla

The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Eugenia Abdallah said the Edo State government is working tirelessly to fight child sexual abuse and defilement across Edo State. Speaking to journalists in Benin City on the activities of her ministry, Abdalla said 50 percent of the abuse and defilement was carried out by the victim's fathers which is very worrisome....

The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Eugenia Abdallah said the Edo State government is working tirelessly to fight child sexual abuse and defilement across Edo State. Speaking…

Osun Decides Today as 1.9m Voters Elect GovernorOSOGBO — Voters across Osun State will today, Saturday, August 15, 2026,...
15/08/2026

Osun Decides Today as 1.9m Voters Elect Governor

OSOGBO — Voters across Osun State will today, Saturday, August 15, 2026, file out to elect a governor who will steer the affairs of the state for the next four years, in an election expected to be keenly contested. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) fixed August 15 for the off-cycle governorship election, with voting taking place across the 30 local government areas of the state....

OSOGBO — Voters across Osun State will today, Saturday, August 15, 2026, file out to elect a governor who will steer the affairs of the state for the next four years, in an election expected to be …

Benin bids final farewell to Akubeze: The Shepherd, The Voice, The LegacyBENIN CITY - On Thursday bade a final farewell ...
14/08/2026

Benin bids final farewell to Akubeze: The Shepherd, The Voice, The Legacy

BENIN CITY - On Thursday bade a final farewell to one of its most respected spiritual and moral voices, Most Rev. Dr. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, as the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City committed its late Metropolitan Archbishop to the earth after 15 years of pastoral service. The atmosphere was one of profound grief, solemnity and gratitude as the clergy, Catholic faithful, family members, friends, political leaders, traditional rulers and other mourners gathered to honour the late Archbishop....

BENIN CITY – On Thursday bade a final farewell to one of its most respected spiritual and moral voices, Most Rev. Dr. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, as the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City commi…

CP Edo, Kogi Collaborate To Improve Security At The Border TownsThe Edo State Commissioner of Police Patrick Daaor and h...
14/08/2026

CP Edo, Kogi Collaborate To Improve Security At The Border Towns

The Edo State Commissioner of Police Patrick Daaor and his Kogi State Counterpart Naziru Kankarofi have embarked on a collaborative effort to improve security within the border towns of both States. The Edo PPRO, Auchi and Agenebode Area Commanders and other top police officers from Edo State Police Command were part of the Edo CP's entourage to Okene, Kogi State to discuss the collaborative strategies and efforts to dislodge criminal elements in border town of Edo and Kogi State....

The Edo State Commissioner of Police Patrick Daaor and his Kogi State Counterpart Naziru Kankarofi have embarked on a collaborative effort to improve security within the border towns of both States…

Okpebholo signs Edo Revenue Consolidation Account Law, orders MDAs to close separate revenue accountsEdo State Governor,...
14/08/2026

Okpebholo signs Edo Revenue Consolidation Account Law, orders MDAs to close separate revenue accounts

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has signed into law the Edo State Revenue Consolidation Account (Establishment and Operation) Law, 2026, introducing a centralised framework for the collection, management and disbursement of government revenue across the state. Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, announced the development in a Government Special Announcement, saying the law is designed to strengthen transparency, accountability and fiscal discipline while eliminating revenue leakages and the unauthorised retention of public funds....

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has signed into law the Edo State Revenue Consolidation Account (Establishment and Operation) Law, 2026, introducing a centralised framework for the co…

Benin Youth Leaders celebrate Idahosa at 46, hails NHIA health initiativeBENIN CITY — The President of the Benin Youth L...
14/08/2026

Benin Youth Leaders celebrate Idahosa at 46, hails NHIA health initiative

BENIN CITY — The President of the Benin Youth Leaders Forum, Pastor Prince Orobosa Omorede, has congratulated the Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on his 46th birthday, describing him as a people-centred leader whose commitment to the welfare, healthcare and socio-economic advancement of Edo people is worthy of commendation. Omorede, in a birthday message issued on Friday, particularly lauded Idahosa for underwriting the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) GIFSHIP Constituency Health Insurance Programme for 4,000 residents of Ovia Federal Constituency, describing the intervention as a practical demonstration of compassionate, responsive and visionary leadership....

BENIN CITY — The President of the Benin Youth Leaders Forum, Pastor Prince Orobosa Omorede, has congratulated the Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on his 46th birthday, describin…

EDSG raises alarm over motorcycle-linked robberies, sets up taskforceBENIN - The Edo Government has expressed concerns o...
14/08/2026

EDSG raises alarm over motorcycle-linked robberies, sets up taskforce

BENIN - The Edo Government has expressed concerns over rising cases of robbery, involving commercial motorcycle riders, popularly called Okada, announcing plans to constitute a taskforce to address the menace. The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Kassim Afegbua, disclosed this on Thursday at a news conference in Benin. Afegbua said the government has received reports of criminal elements using motorcycles for robbery against unsuspecting passengers....

BENIN – The Edo Government has expressed concerns over rising cases of robbery, involving commercial motorcycle riders, popularly called Okada, announcing plans to constitute a taskforce to a…

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