by Isi Esene The missing body of the INEC staff who was involved in a boat mishap while on the way to performing his official duties during last month’s Edo Sate gubernatorial elections have been found. His body was found after intense search conducted to locate it. The man, identified as Mr. Ekhator Iziegbe,... Read More

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Here we go again: PDP to challenge Edo governorship election result

by Stanley Azuakola Just when we were about to cheer that no party was going to contest the results of the Edo State gubernatorial election in which Governor Adams Oshiomhole emerged victorious, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has crashed the party. The PDP filed its protest at the Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal, barely two... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Edo, election tribunal, PDP

August 2, 2012

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“In truth, I shot him only once” – Suspects narrate how Oyerinde, Oshiomhole’s aide was killed

by Isi Esene The suspected killers of Olaitan Oyerinde, aide to Governor Adams Oshiomhole, have revealed that they were at his house not to assassinate him but for a robbery. The robbery, according to them, was precipitated by Oyerinde’s gateman who incessantly boasted to Mohammed Ibrahim Abdullahi, his friend, about his boss’ wealth and influence.... Read More

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August 1, 2012

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Police, SSS reveal the names of the suspects in the murder of Oshiomhole’s aide

by Stanley Azuakola New developments are springing up in quick succession, in the investigation of the murder of Mr. Olaitan Oyerinde, the late principal secretary to the Edo State governor. Just last week, the controversy was over the arrest of Reverend David Ugolor, the Executive Director of African Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ).... Read More

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July 29, 2012

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‘I am a life saver, not a killer’: Reverend accused in Oshiomhole aide’s death fights back

by Isi Esene Investigations into the murder of Olaitan Oyerinde, an aide to Governor Adams Oshiomhole, who was killed in the weeks leading to the Edo State governorship election appear to be yielding fruits with one of the four arrested suspects identifying Rev. David Ugolor as their sponsor. Ugolor is a Benin-based activist and the... Read More

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July 22, 2012

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“Professor Jega must bear the full responsibility” – Oshiomhole reiterates criticism of INEC

by Adeniyi Abdul Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole has spoken on the reasons behind his strong criticism of the Independent National Electoral Commission at the start of the polls during the recent Edo gubernatorial elections. It could be recalled that the governor had branded the body “an embarrassment”, and went further to allege a plot... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Attahiru Jega, Edo state, elections, INEC, Politics

July 22, 2012

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Aw… “Our loss in Edo is painful” – Bamanga Tukur

by Isi Esene There are sweet and sour tales coming out of Edo State in the aftermath of the governorship election which was won by incumbent governor, Adams Oshiomhole. The election outcome was, understandably, a bitter pill to swallow for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). A letter from the party chairman, Bamanga Tukur, to Charles... Read More

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July 16, 2012

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#EdoHasDecided: “I am encouraged to do better,” says Oshiomhole

by Isi Esene The winner of Saturday’s governorship poll in Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has said that his victory will encourage him to do more for the people of the state. He said the pattern of voting has made his job easier. The governor won in all eighteen local government areas of the state including the... Read More

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July 16, 2012

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#EdoHasDecided: “I won’t congratulate Oshiomhole yet” – Airhiavbere

by Isi Esene Many people in Edo State defied the rain showers and ran into the streets in wild jubilation after the current governor and ACN candidate, Adams Oshiomhole, was declared winner of the gubernatorial contest. Reveling in his victory, Oshiomhole said: “God has blessed our project, it is finished. Now is the time to give thanks... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Bamanga Tukur, Charles Airhiavbere, Edo, INEC, Olisa Metuh, Tony Anenih

July 15, 2012

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#EdoDecides: We don’t have anything to say – PDP

by Isi Esene Many observers expected the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to release a statement throwing in the towel and accepting their loss when the results of yesterday’s governorship elections were announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). However, the state’s PDP remains mum on the elections. According to the Premium Times report, when... Read More

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July 14, 2012

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#EdoDecides: Unofficial poll results

by Isi Esene Exit polls obtained from voters on ground in Edo State suggests a landslide win for Adams Oshiomhole of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN). Observers report a “high turnout of voters, visible resolve & commitment of voters & high level of participation by elite”. These are some of the unofficial results of... Read More

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July 14, 2012

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#EdoDecides: Election results start to trickle in

by Isi Esene True to his words, the governor of Edo State after voting in Iyamho, his hometown has headed straight to Benin, the Edo State capital in a convoy of cars with his aides. According to Punch Newspaper reports, he expressed his misgivings towards the conduct of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Attahiru Jega, Charles Airhiavbere, Edo state, Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC

July 14, 2012

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#EdoDecides: Voters complain of fake INEC registers

by Isi Esene The overall peaceful conduct of the Edo State gubernatorial elections is still being maintained. According to reports, from Benin City to Okada, accreditation of voters have been peaceful so far. Voters have expressed satisfaction with the conduct of INEC officials because of the timely arrival of voting materials in many voting centres.... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Attahiru Jega, Charles Airhiavbere, Edo state, Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC

July 14, 2012

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On course: Edo election is peaceful so far

by Isi Esene The Edo election have gone off to a peaceful start. There is a high voter turnout and materials were supplied by early by INEC in many polling units, although it came late in some areas. Accreditation started on time in Ikpoba Hill and a few other locations but its commencement ran a... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Attahiru Jega, Charles Airhiavbere, Edo state, Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Tony Anenih

July 14, 2012

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Massive deployment of soldiers: As Edo decides on governor today

by Isi Esene There is a massive deployment of armed men in the streets of Edo State in preparation for the governorship poll which takes place today. The military men are stationed in strategic locations in Benin, the state capital, Ekpoma, Uromi, Auchi, and other towns. In Benin, the soldiers, who mounted checkpoints on some... Read More

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June 4, 2012

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Hospital under construction by Gov Oshiomhole collapses in Benin, workers trapped

Tragedy struck in Benin, the Edo State capital today Monday, June4, as a building being constructed by the State government collapsed leaving some labourers and construction workers trapped underneath. So far six workers have been rescued but many more remain trapped. The Central hospital, which is being built on Sapele Road in Benin-City is frequently... Read More

Adams Oshiomhole, Benin, Central Hospital, collapse

May 29, 2012

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Oyerinde murder: Oshiomhole gives police fresh deadline

Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole talked tough when his principal secretary was murdered in cold blood. He gave the police fourteen days to fish out the perpetrators of the act. The governor’s stance on the murder dominated the news for a few days. Now, fourteen days have come and fourteen days have gone but... Read More

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Police, SSS reveal the names of the suspects in the murder of Oshiomhole’s aide

‘I am a life saver, not a killer’: Reverend accused in Oshiomhole aide’s death fights back

“Professor Jega must bear the full responsibility” – Oshiomhole reiterates criticism of INEC

Aw… “Our loss in Edo is painful” – Bamanga Tukur

#EdoHasDecided: “I am encouraged to do better,” says Oshiomhole

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