Edo Govt demolishes four houses linked to cultists
The Edo State Government has demolished four houses allegedly linked to cult activities in Etsako West Local Government Area. The operation was carried out by the state’s Special Security Squad, also known as Operation Flush Out Cultists and Kidnappers, following recent killings linked to cult clashes. According to John Izegaegbe, Secretary of the State Security […]
LP counters Gov Okpebholo as CSOs, Obidients fume over Peter Obi’s ‘ban’ from Edo
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo recently made a controversial statement saying that Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State, must seek his permission before visiting Edo. This statement has caused anger among Nigerians. Governor Okpebholo said last Friday that Obi is not allowed to enter Edo State without first informing him. He warned that […]
Peter Obi: ‘Just one word, you’re crying’ – Gov Okpebholo mocks critics
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has questioned why supporters of Peter Obi are upset with him. He made this statement while responding to those criticising his earlier remarks about the former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential hopeful. Okpebholo, who was elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC), recently told Obi not to enter Edo […]
Apologise to Peter Obi, withdraw your comments – Global Rights to Okpebholo
A civil society group called Global Rights has asked Governor Monday Okpebholo to apologise publicly to Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate. The group also wants him to take back a statement they say is both illegal and dangerous. Governor Okpebholo had said on Friday, July 18, 2025, that Peter Obi must get […]
He wouldn’t try this with a Hausa or Yoruba leader – Kenneth Okonkwo tackles Gov Okpebholo over his warning to Peter Obi
Kenneth Okonkwo, who is both an actor and a politician, was a guest on Arise TV where he shared his views on a recent statement made by the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, about Peter Obi. The governor had warned that Peter Obi should not visit Edo State without first getting security clearance from him. […]
Peter Obi can’t come to Edo without permission from Gov Okpebholo because of the kind of h@tred that people have for him in Edo state, including me – APC Chairman in Edo state, Jarret Tenebe says
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Jarret Tenebe, has stated that Peter Obi cannot enter Edo State without first getting permission from Governor Monday Okpebholo. He said this because, according to him, many people in Edo strongly dislike the former Labour Party presidential candidate. Governor Okpebholo had earlier made a […]
‘I never threatened Peter Obi, protocol must be followed’ – Edo Gov, Okpebholo
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has said he never threatened Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, following Obi’s recent visit to the state. Peter Obi had gone to Benin City, the state capital, where he donated money to help complete some ongoing projects at St. Philomena Hospital’s School of Nursing Sciences. However, […]
Peter Obi: Gov Okpebholo’s threat irresponsible, won’t stand – Igbo Community in FCT
The Igbo Community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has strongly condemned the recent threat made by Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State against Peter Obi, a prominent political figure. This reaction came through a statement released on Friday night. The President General of the group, Engr Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, signed the statement, expressing the community’s […]
Anybody putting up a banner or poster that is not from APC in Edo in 2027 will learn a lesson. Edo is an APC state and everything must be APC – Governor Okpebholo’s aide issues out threats
An aide to the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has made a strong statement ahead of the 2027 elections. Aghahowa Collins, who works closely with the governor, warned that no other political party apart from the All Progressives Congress (APC) will be allowed to display posters or banners in the state during the campaign […]
Flood: Okpebholo vows to demolish houses, property on waterways in Benin City
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has said that buildings and properties blocking waterways in Benin City will be demolished to help stop the flooding problem. He explained that only those with proper government documents for their buildings will get compensation. Others will be moved to safer areas. According to the Governor, both private and commercial […]