Why we must pay close attention to the election in Edo

The Edo gubernatorial election is today and this is not one of those types that Nigerians are taking lightly considering the circumstances and events that led up to this day. The Nigerian Police and the DSS made several claims about a security threat that would have disrupted the election process if it held on the... Read More

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November 24, 2015

‘I called the Igbinedions thieves and they’ve not denied it’ – Oshiomhole

Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole says he’s not afraid of the Esama of Benin Kingdom, Chief Gabriel Igbinedion and his son, former Governor Lucky Igbinedion. Oshiomhole also reiterated his claim that father and son looted the state’s coffers and also converted government properties for personal use. The governor spoke in Benin on Monday, when thousands... Read More

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November 23, 2015

The circus is complete: Who won the Oshiomhole-Igbinedion marching competition? (See Photos)

Barely a week ago, a group of elderly women in Edo state protested half-naked and half-draped in red attires against, Governor Adams Oshiomhole, in respect to his comments about the Igbinedions. If it was ever in doubt, we discovered on Monday, that the Igbinedions do not have the monopoly of ‘protesting women’. Oshiomole’s women strike... Read More

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November 14, 2015

‘My motives are not personal’ | Oshiomhole speaks on probe of Gabriel and Lucky Igbinedion

Incumbent governor of Edo state, Adams Oshiomhole, says his decision to probe former governor, Lucky Igbinedion, is not personal Oshiomhole says his actions are in the best interest of Edo people, stressing that everyone who lives in the state must be subjected to the rule of law. While addressing solidarity protesters at the House... Read More

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November 12, 2015

‘I didn’t promise to make everyone happy’ | Oshiomhole to prosecute the Igbinedions

Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomhole has vowed to prosecute former governor, Lucky Igbinedion and his father, Sir Gabriel Igbinedion. Oshiomhole says he would take the files containing alleged fraud perpetrated during the Lucky Igbinedion administration to Abuja next week in order to begin prosecution. The governor claims that father and son converted properties, funds meant for the people of... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Oshiomhole’s probe of Lucky Igbinedion is ‘political witch-hunt’ – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party has described Edo State government’s proposed probe of former Governor Lucky Igbinedion, as political witch-hunting. Igbinedion was accused of making $31million fraudulent withdrawal from the state’s coffers during his tenure as governor. Edo State Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Chris Nehikhare, said at a press briefing on Thursday, that Governor’s Oshiomhole’s action reeks... Read More

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June 18, 2012

Campus mayhem: Battle between ex-militants and cult members at Igbinedion University (Warning: Graphic photo)

by Tolu Orekoya At least 15 people were injured and 50 cars destroyed on Sunday as Igbinedion University became the latest battle ground, with ex-militants and cult members clashing on the campus. For over 12 hours, students and staff members were cowed in fear on their campus located in Okada, Benin City, Edo State as the machete-wielding factions went on a... Read More

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June 10, 2012

SNAPSHOT: Kidnapped Igbinedion University students released

by Hauwa Gambo The four students of Igbinedion University, Edo State who were kidnapped on Thursday have been released. The four were medical students. This photo was taken after they were released this morning. No word yet on if a ransom was paid. Some good news today, at least! Photo Courtesy: LIB

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