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Edo 2027: Okpebholo Declares State ‘Settled’ for APC, Promises 2.5 Million Votes for Tinubu

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is firmly positioned...

Kidnap Gang Busted in Edo, Two AK-47s Recovered, 42-Year-Old Victim Confirmed Dead

The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has dismantled a suspected kidnap syndicate, recovered two AK-47...

All Progressives Congress Re-Elects Tenebe, Endorses Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Monday Okpebholo for Second Terms

The newly elected executive of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State has endorsed President Bola Ahmed...

Beyond Flyover: Okpebholo Plans Tourism-Driven Makeover for Ramat Park

Governor Monday Okpebholo on Monday unveiled plans to redevelop Ramat Park in Benin City into a major tourist...

Okpebholo Joins Benin Protesters, Pledges Urgent Stakeholder Talks to Resolve BEDC Power Crisis

Governor Monday Okpebholo on Monday joined youths and residents protesting at Ring Road in Benin City over persistent...

University of Benin Teaching Hospital Upgrades Paediatric Clinic as CMD Idia Nibokun Ize-Iyamu Commissions Renovated Facility

The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) has commissioned its newly renovated Paediatric Outpatient (POP) Reception and Nurses...

Nigeria Police Force Record Breakthrough in Ahor, Recover Two AK-47 Rifles The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in Ahor, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area, with the recovery of two AK-47 rifles and the arrest of four suspects linked to recent communal unrest in the area. Communities in Uselu N’Ahor had recently experienced violent clashes, forcing several residents to flee their homes following attacks and destruction of property. In response to the crisis, the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, ordered the immediate deployment of tactical and intelligence teams to the affected communities on February 18, 2026. According to the Command, combined teams of operatives carried out a coordinated, intelligence-led operation, combing identified flashpoints and criminal hideouts under the supervision of the Divisional Police Officer. The operation led to the arrest of four suspects and the recovery of two AK-47 rifles and two magazines loaded with 33 rounds of live ammunition. The suspects arrested are: Jabir Saleh Musa Lawal (a.k.a. Gambo) Gaddafi Iliyasu Salau Haliru Police said preliminary investigations are ongoing and the suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of the investigation. The Command stated that peace has been restored to the previously troubled communities, with residents gradually returning to their homes following renewed security assurances. CP Agbonika urged displaced residents to resume their lawful activities, assuring them that adequate security measures have been put in place to safeguard lives and property. He reiterated that the Command will not tolerate violence or criminality in any part of Edo State, warning that anyone found threatening public peace will be dealt with in accordance with the law. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven operations to ensure lasting peace across the state.

The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in Ahor, Uhunmwonde Local...

Philanthropist Patrick Agbator Donates, Commissions Emaudo Police Station to Boost Security in Ekpoma