After his visit to the Esama of Benin on Monday night, singer, 2face Idibia (or 2baba) was conferred with an honorary degree by the Igbinedion University on Tuesday. He was flanked by his wife as he posed with his Masters of Arts in music degree alongside the Esama of Benin, Sir Gabriel Igbinedion, who is... Read More

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March 12, 2015

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Amaechi’s brother in critical condition after being attacked

by Azubuike Azikiwe Chidi Amaechi, a younger brother of Governor of Rivers state, Rotimi Amaechi, was attacked on Wednesday, March 10. The younger Amaechi was “inflicted with life threatening cuts and injuries” when he was attacked in his hostel in Igbinedion University, Edo state. A statement released by David Iyofor, Chief Press Secretary to Governor... Read More

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January 15, 2013

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Top 10: UNILAG, UNIBEN, Babcock make list of top Nigerian law faculties

by Rachel Ogbu The Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, NIALS recently released a list of top 10 law faculties in Nigerian universities. Director-General of NIALS, Professor Epiphany Azinge, SAN, named the University of Lagos, Obafemi Awolowo University, University of Jos, University of Benin, Lagos State University, Ahmadu Bello University, University of Nigeria, Babcock University, University... Read More

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January 13, 2013

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‘Affliction shall not rise a second time…’ – Ojia Adamolekun’s tribute to her late brother

by Isi Esene The killing of Irawo Adamolekun, the medical doctor who was shot in the head on Friday at Anthony Village in Lagos by a suspected armed robber continues to arouse interest with many calling on the country’s security agencies to fish out the shooter. The gunman, who was wearing a three-quarter length short,... Read More

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September 1, 2012

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“We are not friends with a murderer” – Friends of Cynthia murder suspect protest his detention

by Stanley Azuakola The tragic story of Cynthia Osokogu, the lady who was invited to a hotel in Lagos by her Facebook friends, then raped and murdered, continues to generate ripples two weeks after the news broke out. Cynthia’s killers have already been arrested and paraded by the police. The two main suspects, Echezona... Read More

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June 19, 2012

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“Boyfriend, girlfriend issues caused the clash,” Igbinedion University VC reveals

by Stanley Azuakola The authorities of Igbinedion University are disputing claims of deaths as a result of the clash within the campus on Sunday. According to the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof Eghosa Osaghea, no single student was beheaded during the violent clash. He said that a quarrel over a female student triggered the fight... Read More

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June 8, 2012

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Four final year medical students of Igbinedion University kidnapped

by Stanley Azuakola Staff and students of Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State, are worried about the rising state of insecurity in Okada, especially as they appear to be the targets for the criminals. Yesterday, at about noon, four final year medical students of the private institution were kidnapped as they embarked on a trip from... Read More

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