The Body of the Yoruba King
By Lasisi Olagunju Okuku town in present Osun State has a well-recorded history of cultural promotion and preservation. Ulli Beier’s ‘Yoruba Beaded Crowns’ (1982) and Karin Barber’s ‘I Could Speak…
Buhari: A tale of two deaths
By Lasisi Olagunju June 2015, freshly minted President Muhammadu Buhari hosted General Olusegun Obasanjo at the Villa. “Whatever anyone might have done to you in the past, please forgive and…
Okojie Clinches PDP Ticket for Edo Central Senatorial By-Election
Prince Joe Okojie has emerged victorious as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the Edo Central Senatorial District by-election, scheduled for August 16, 2025. The primary election, held in…
Aikpitanyi Clinches PDP Ticket for Ovia Federal Constituency By-Election
In a decisive development, Johnny Ikponmwosa Aikpitanyi has emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the Ovia Federal Constituency House of Representatives by-election, slated for August 16, 2025.…
Barr. Vincent Akhere Congratulates Hon. Dr. Joseph Ikpea on Senatorial Primary Victory
The Special Adviser to the Executive Governor of Edo State, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo On Education and and The State Co-ordinator of Akpakomiza -Denco Neighbour To Neighbour Movement, Hon. Barr…
Edo State Government Averts Potential Disaster in Benin City
In a dramatic turn of events, senior officials of the Edo State Government narrowly averted a catastrophic disaster on Sunday morning, saving hundreds of lives in the process. A collision…
Edo State Cracks Down on Cultism: Special Security Squad Arrests Notorious Leaders
By Rosemary Okoduwa In a significant operation, the Special Security Squad, Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists, has apprehended several notorious cult leaders and members in Benin City. The squad,…
PDP’s Fortunes Dwindle in Edo as Legislator Joins APC
By Rosemary Okoduwa In a significant development, the political landscape of Edo State has shifted further in favor of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as Governor Monday Okpebholo formally…
Barr. Sergius Ogun’s Historic Emergence as ADC Candidate
By Rosemary Okoduwa In a resounding victory for the people of Edo Central, Barr. Sergius Ogun has emerged as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the upcoming Senatorial By-election.…
Barr Sergius Ogun Emerges ADC’s Flagbearer for Edo Central Senatorial By-Election
By Rosemary Okoduwa In a significant development, Barr Sergius Ogun has emerged as the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the upcoming Edo Central Senatorial District by-election. Following…