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Foden's Late Goal Secures Man City Win Over Leeds

Phil Foden scored a last-gasp winner as Manchester City survived a scare to beat Leeds 3-2. The victory lifts City to second in the Premier League table. Read the full match report.

NGO Commends Okpebholo Over Presco Land Controversy

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo earns praise for swiftly disowning an unauthorized land revocation notice against Presco Plc, reinforcing investor confidence and transparent governance.

Edo Governor: I'll Resign if Tinubu Loses 2027

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo makes stunning pledge to resign if President Tinubu fails to win Edo in 2027 elections. Read full details about APC's dominance claims.

Edo Governor sacks EDOGIS MD over land dispute

Governor Monday Okpebholo fires EDOGIS MD Dr. Tony Ikpasajah for unauthorized revocation of 13,545 hectares from Presco Plc. New merit-based appointments for permanent secretaries announced.

Edo Govt Denies Revoking Presco Land Rights

Edo State government refutes an unauthorised notice revoking Presco Plc's land rights. Read the official statement and analysis on the state's commitment to investor protection.

Over 75% of Trafficked Victims Are Children

ICMPD reveals over 75% of trafficked victims in West Africa are children. NAPTIP and Edo State launch teacher training to combat trafficking through education.

Police bust armed robbery syndicate in Delta

Delta Police arrest notorious armed robbery and kidnapping syndicate terrorizing Asaba/Benin corridor. Three suspects captured, weapons and stolen items recovered in intense operation.

MOWAA shuns Edo Assembly over court proceedings

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 arrests influencer over cannabis-laced sweets

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.

2Baba and Natasha Welcome Baby Boy

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.

TikToker arrested for fake kidnapping in Edo

Edo Police arrest 24-year-old Osarobo Omoyemen for staging her own kidnapping in TikTok video. She confessed to creating false content to attract social media followers. Read full details.

Over 1000 Cyclists for Lagos EKO 170 Challenge

Lagos launches the EKO 170, a 170km cycling event on Jan 11, 2026, aiming to boost sports tourism and healthy living. Over 1000 cyclists will participate. Discover the route and impact.

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