Tag: Benin City

NDLEA seizes N1.8bn illicit drugs in Edo, arrests 104 suspects in 3 months

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Edo State has recorded major success in its fight against drug crimes. The agency revealed it seized illicit drugs worth about N1.8 billion within three months. During the same period, operatives arrested 104 suspected drug traffickers across the state. Authorities also confirmed that large quantities of cannabis and […]

Edo: Tinubu, Save Nigeria’s Democracy From Violence — Punch Editorial

Tension is rising in Edo State after gunmen attacked the convoy of Peter Obi during a political visit to Benin City. The incident has sparked serious concern about safety ahead of the 2027 elections. Though Obi and other leaders escaped unharmed, the attack has deepened fears about growing political violence. The situation has also brought […]

Benin attack: ‘Anyone in those vehicles would’ve died’ – Akpata narrates how Peter Obi, others escaped death

Former Edo State LP governorship candidate Olumide Akpata has revealed how he and other ADC leaders, including Peter Obi, narrowly escaped death during a violent attack in Benin City. The motorcade was targeted by suspected assassins during Akpata’s declaration into the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Akpata explained that timely intelligence prompted them to move quickly […]

Channel attention to pillars of development – Peter Obi tells Nigerian govt

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerian leaders and wealthy citizens to focus on key areas of national growth. He said security, healthcare, education and poverty reduction are the main pillars needed to build a strong and fair society. Obi made the call in a post on his verified X account after […]

ADC denounce attack on Peter Obi, others in Benin

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned the reported attack on Peter Obi and other political figures in Benin, Edo State. The incident allegedly occurred shortly after a party event in the state capital. Party members described the development as troubling and dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy. Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, […]

Edo Govt demolishes building linked to alleged cult members

Authorities in Edo State have demolished a building in Amagba, Oredo Local Government Area, over alleged links to cult violence. Officials said the property was connected to suspects tied to recent killings. The action followed a security operation targeting criminal groups in the area. The government described the move as part of a broader crackdown. […]

Edo security outfit arrests fake soldier, police constable with drugs, firearms

The Edo State Security Outfit has arrested a man impersonating a soldier and a serving police constable for possession of drugs and firearms. The operation was carried out during a joint patrol in Benin City. Authorities recovered illegal substances, firearms, and military uniforms from the suspects. The fake soldier reportedly used the uniform to commit […]

PDP condemns alleged assault, public humiliation of Obaseki’s cousin in Benin

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the alleged assault, public humiliation, and forced stripping of Dr. Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki. The party described the incident as a deliberate act of political violence and accused supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of carrying out the attack. […]

EFCC Arraigns Supermarket Manager For Alleged ₦547 Million Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Benin Zonal Directorate, has arraigned Evangeline Atanda Ibadha, a former manager of JustProtein Supermarket in Benin City, for allegedly diverting and converting company funds amounting to ₦547,307,016. She appeared before Justice C. A. Obiozor of the Federal High Court in Benin City on November 25, 2025, where she […]