BREAKING: Dele Momodu resigns from PDP, joins ADC
Veteran Nigerian journalist and politician, Chief Dele Momodu, has left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He said the reason for his exit is that the party has been taken over by people who are against democracy. In a letter dated July 17, 2025, and sent to the PDP Ward 4 Chairman in Ihievbe, Owan East […]
Nyesom Wike appeals to Edo state governor, Monday Okpebholo, not to probe his predecessor, God Obaseki’s govt
Nyesom Wike, who is the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former governor of Rivers State, has spoken about the political tension in Edo State. He advised the new Edo governor, Monday Okpebholo, not to investigate his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, for now. Just a few days ago, Adams Oshiomhole — a former Edo […]
Edo Guber: Stay focused – Wike reacts to Gov Okpebholo’s victory at Supreme court
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reacted to the Supreme Court’s decision confirming Monday Okpebholo as the rightful winner of the Edo State governorship election held in September 2024. Wike asked Governor Okpebholo to remain focused and take the court victory as a reminder to serve the people of Edo […]
Edo House of Assembly Deputy Speaker resigns
Maria Omezele Oligbi-Edeko, who served as the Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, has resigned from her position. She announced her decision during a meeting in the Assembly on Monday, May 19, 2025, in Benin City, the capital of Edo State. Her resignation came after her political party, the Peoples Democratic Party […]
2Baba and his Lawmaker fiancee, Natasha Osawaru, spotted at the Edo Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal in Abuja
Popular Nigerian singer, Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Baba, made headlines today when he appeared at the Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal in Abuja. He was seen alongside his fiancee, Natasha Osawaru, a lawmaker representing Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly and the Deputy Majority Leader. The tribunal is set to deliver […]
Optimism, Anxiety As Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal Begins
The Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has started today in Benin City, marking the beginning of a legal battle that could reshape the state’s political landscape. The case involves a challenge to the results of the September 21 gubernatorial election, which was won by the All Progressives Congress (APC). Supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party […]
Oshiomhole backs House of Assembly’s suspension of council chairmen, deputies
Adams Oshiomhole, former Governor of Edo State and current senator representing Edo North, has expressed his support for the suspension of 18 local government chairmen and their deputies by the Edo State House of Assembly. The suspension followed allegations of insubordination and misconduct. Speaking at his residence in Iyamho, Oshiomhole claimed the suspended officials had […]
Politicians Who Spread Fake Election Results Now Complain About Rigging – Governor Okpebholo
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has criticized politicians who falsely claimed election victories on social media during the recent governorship election. He said these same individuals are now accusing others of rigging the polls. The governor made this statement on Saturday at a homecoming reception in Esan Central Local Government Secretariat. The event was […]
Edo: Okpebholo Announces First Appointment a Day Before Inauguration
As Governor-elect of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo prepares for his inauguration, he has made his first official appointment, naming Fred Itua as the new Chief Press Secretary. This decision, which takes effect on November 12, 2024, signals the beginning of the new administration’s efforts to establish strong communication with the public. Fred Itua, a skilled […]
Edo Politics: Oshiomhole Pokes Fun at Those Considering Defection to APC, Says Playing Both Sides Is Over
Edo North Senator Adams Oshiomhole has recently made headlines with his strong stance against members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who are considering defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a passionate address captured in a viral video, Oshiomhole emphasized that the era of playing both sides in politics has come to an […]