Bloomberg $1m Prize Puts Benin City in Global Spotlight, Validates Okpebholo’s Urban Renewal Push
By Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele Benin City’s story has always been one of resilience, history, and reinvention. From its origins as the political and cultural heart of the ancient Benin…
UBTH CMD, Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, at the Forefront of Cataract Programme Benefiting Over 1,000
By De-Patriot More than 1,000 patients have benefited from a cataract screening and subsidized surgery programme currently underway at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), drawing commendation for the…
Governor Okpebholo Clears Medical Bills for Fire Victim, Other Patients at Irrua Hospital
By Rosemary Okoduwa Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has paid the medical bills of an Ekpoma based couple currently receiving treatment at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, including a…
Benin City Shines on World Stage, Wins $1m in Bloomberg Mayor’s Challenge
By Rosemary Okoduwa The Edo State capital, has earned global recognition after emerging among the world’s leading cities in the prestigious Bloomberg Mayor’s Challenge, securing a $1 million innovation award.…
Crisis Deepens at Auchi Polytechnic as Staff Challenge Promotion Decisions
By De-Patriot Fresh controversy is brewing at Auchi Polytechnic as members of staff have raised serious allegations of abuse of office, injustice, and irregular promotion practices against the institution’s management…
IWD 2026: Abdallah Advocates Justice, Equal Opportunities for Women
By Rosemary Okoduwa The Edo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah, has called for stronger commitment and practical actions toward advancing the rights, dignity, and…
IWD 2026: Edo Govt Rallies Women for Fitness, Healthy Living Campaign
By Rosemary Okoduwa The Edo State Government through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, in collaboration with the Office of the Edo State First Lady, has organized a…
Okpebholo Inspects Key Road Projects in Edo Central, Charges Contractors on Quality Delivery
By Rosemary Okoduwa Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has inspected four major road construction projects currently ongoing in the Edo Central Senatorial District as part of efforts to ensure quality…
SMAGOGA Honours Okpebholo with OPAL Award for Outstanding Governance
By Rosemary Okoduwa Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has been honoured with the prestigious OPAL Award for Excellent Performance by the St. Maria Goretti Old Girls Association (SMAGOGA) in recognition…
IWD 2026: Edo Govt Steps Up Drive for Women’s Rights, Empowerment
By Rosemary Okoduwa The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the rights, protection, and empowerment of women and vulnerable groups as part of activities marking International Women’s…