The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
A Nigerian man, Zekeri Idris Jnr, has disputed claims by VeryDarkMan that he orchestrated activist Harrison Gwamnishu's detention. He narrates the true sequence of events in Benin. Read the full details here.
CAC orders all PoS operators to register by Jan 1, 2026, or face seizure. Fintechs enabling illegal transactions will be watchlisted. Full compliance is mandatory.
In Benin City, artisans preserve centuries-old bronze casting techniques. As Nigeria fights to reclaim looted treasures, the historic Igun Street guild keeps the kingdom's artistic legacy alive against modern challenges.
A University of Benin graduate shares a touching photo comparison from her primary and university graduations, both featuring her supportive parents. Netizens celebrate the family's journey. Read the full story and reactions here.
A police officer was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers on Ugbowo-Lagos Road, Benin City. The incident triggered a gunfight. Read for details and eyewitness accounts.
A Benin-based baker enrolled in Hilda Baci's masterclass shares her heartbreaking experience after being unable to submit her final assignment when the chef locked the group chat. Read her full story and public reactions.
Tony Afejuku's personal recollection details the 1987 founding of ANA Bendel in Benin City, featuring insights from literary scholars and the philosophical underpinnings of memory. Read the full story.
A Nigerian lady's TikTok video showing a POS machine inside her church has ignited a fierce online debate about modernity and worship. See the divided reactions.
A Nigerian woman's viral TikTok video comparing a N170,000 flight from Benin to Lagos with a N20,000 bus fare has ignited a fierce debate online about safety, economics, and class in Nigeria.
Industry leaders at Benin Consultants Convention call for expanding the consulting sector to tackle business challenges and drive economic growth in Nigeria's South-South region. Learn the strategies.
Complete guide to Lead City University admission for 2025/2026. Learn the UTME score, O'Level requirements, application process, and list of all courses offered. Apply now!
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.
Complete guide to University of Benin courses, JUPEB, part-time programmes, admission requirements for 2025/2026, and step-by-step application process. Learn about cut-off marks and fees.
Delta State Police crack down on organised crime, arresting multiple suspects and recovering illegal weapons in Ughelli, Oghara, Sapele, and Asaba. Read the full details of the operation.
The Benin Unity Cup delivered thrilling football action. Ikpoba-Okha scored a last-minute equalizer against Egor, while Orhionmwon won 4-2. Read all the exciting details!
More than 200 golfers will compete in the Dr. Jackson Gaius Obaseki @ 80 Golf Tournament in Benin City from December 3-6, 2025. A grand tribute to the former NNPC GMD.
Explore the pivotal roles of Oba Akenzua II, Awujale Adetona, and others in Nigeria's formative politics and regional creation. Discover their enduring legacy.
The 2025 Benin Art Fair attracted thousands, showcasing Edo's artistic heritage while embracing contemporary creativity. Discover how this event positions Benin City as Africa's new art hub.
A House of Representatives committee reveals alarming cybersecurity gaps in Nigeria's digital payment systems, exposing citizens to fraud and national security risks. Learn how to protect your finances.
House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity
Delta Police arrest notorious armed robbery and kidnapping syndicate terrorizing Asaba/Benin corridor. Three suspects captured, weapons and stolen items recovered in intense operation.
Museum of West African Art authorities refuse to appear before Edo Assembly committee investigating N3.8bn state funds, citing pending court case. Full details of the standoff.
NDLEA Edo arrests social media influencer Praise Nwogu and partner Ebong Oghosa for producing and promoting cannabis-infused brownies online. The agency warns against evolving drug trafficking methods.
Delta State Police arrest notorious armed robbery syndicate terrorizing Asaba-Benin corridor. Three suspects captured with firearms, stolen items recovered. Read full details.
House of Representatives committee warns of rising POS fraud and unlicensed crypto dealings by operators. Investigation reveals security gaps and regulatory breaches in Nigeria's fintech sector.
Veteran musician 2Baba and Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru have welcomed their first child, a baby boy, in Benin City. The couple announced the joyful news on social media.
Museum of West African Arts delays inaugural exhibition after Edo governor revokes land certificate. Presidential committee formed to resolve cultural heritage crisis through dialogue.
Edo State Police recover body of 12-year-old boy who drowned in Ikpoba River. Authorities urge parents to monitor children during dry season to prevent similar tragedies.
Federal High Court asked to stop MOWAA from operating Benin artifact museum without Oba's consent. Hearing set for November 27. Read full details.