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Edo Govt Allays Fears Over Ebola, Warns Against Panic And Misinformation Habiba Sam  The Edo State Government has moved to reassure residents of their safety following reports of a confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease in the country, calling for calm, vigilance and strict compliance with health guidelines. The assurance was given in Benin City at a press conference held at the Conference Hall of the Ministry of Health recently, where officials addressed concerns raised by the development. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomhole, was represented at the briefing by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Eighemherio Paul Ikhumosa, who spoke on behalf of the state government. Dr. Ikhumosa disclosed that the Edo State Ministry of Health is working closely with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) to closely monitor the situation and ensure the state remains prepared. According to the bri...

Oredo Reps Candidate Calls For Journalism Of Societal Repair  Habiba Sam  The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oredo Federal Constituency, Hon. Dr. Paddy Iyamu, has urged members of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) to practise journalism of societal repair ,journalism that heals, educates and builds, rather than journalism that scatters society through manipulation and false narratives. Iyamu made the call recently, during a courtesy visit by the Edo State Chapter of NAWOJ led by its Chairperson, Comrade Habiba Sam, to appreciate his humanitarian services. He said journalists have a powerful voice to repair society by pushing the right narrative and educating the public on the true state of the country. "Let's continue to educate, use our platform to educate people. Let's judge it from where we are coming from and where we are now. You have a voice to help us continue to push the right narrative," he said. Iyamu said there are a lo...

BEDC Pleads For Peace: Edo Still In Darkness While Other States Have Power Restored Habiba Sam  The Management of BEDC Electricity Plc. has called on the Edo State Government and the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) to urgently settle their disagreement so that the company can resume full operations and restore electricity supply to Edo State. The appeal came after BEDC reached an agreement with the national leadership of the NLC, which paved the way for the restoration of power and resumption of work in Ondo, Delta and Ekiti States. Edo State, however, remains in darkness due to a "peculiar issue" still pending between the State NLC and the Edo State Government. BEDC said the inability of both parties to find common ground has continued to prevent the company from returning to official duties in Edo State, thereby depriving citizens, businesses, schools, hospitals and other critical institutions of access to electricity. The Management also expressed concern over recent report...

BEDC Begs NUEE To Call Off Strike, Lists Welfare Packages Since 2022 Habiba Sam  Residents and businesses across the franchise area of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) have been thrown into darkness following an industrial action embarked upon by the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE). The strike, which commenced at approximately 2:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, saw the Union shut down BEDC's electricity feeders, significantly disrupting the Company's ability to supply electricity to customers across Edo, Delta, Ondo and Ekiti States. In a statement signed by Engr. Jonathan Lawani for Management, BEDC said the Union's action relates to concerns over the consequential adjustment arising from the national minimum wage, salary harmonisation and other employee welfare matters. While Management said it recognises the importance of these concerns and appreciates the dedication, sacrifices and contributions of its employees, it noted that it is n...

For an Ebony Beauty, whose voice is music and grace🍷🎂🍷 🍿🍬🍿A Birthday Prayer For our NAWOJ Vice-Chairperson 🙏🏻 Comrade Oyemwense Odeh🥰 On this beautiful day that heaven blessed the earth with you👍🏻 I pray that your life remains as radiant as your ebony skin, glowing with God's own light For an Ebony Beauty, whose voice is music and grace🍷🎂🍷💃 May your sweet voice, that turns every heart to joy and every ear to pleasure, never lose its melody🙏🏻 May it continue to open doors, soften hearts, and speak blessings wherever you go🙏🏻  I pray for you today🙏 May your well-spoken words be like honey and wisdom, drawing favour, love, and greatness to you all through the years🙏 May your years be long and sweet🙏 May your path be lined with laughter🙏 May your dreams rise higher than the morning sun🙏 May sorrow never find a home near you🙏 And may joy follow you like your own shadow🙏 You are fearfully and wonderfully made, a queen in beauty, a jewel in voice, a blessing in p...

SECOND TERM BID FOR SENATE PRESIDENT IN 11TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL: NIGERIANS REJECT AKPABIO, BARAU, SAY SENATE IS NOT A RETIREMENT HOME By Comrade Dr. Kenneth Oshiogwemoh Public Communicator & Political Affairs Analyst Edo North Senatorial Stakeholders 17th October, 2026 | Abuja, Edo North The reported endorsement of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau for a second term in the 11th National Assembly by some members of the 10th Senate on Thursday, 15th October 2026, is a dangerous assault on constitutionalism and democratic principles. What Has The 10th Senate Under Akpabio Achieved For Nigerians? Nigerians are asking a simple question: Where is the impact of the 10th Senate on the lives of ordinary citizens? Under this leadership, capital budget implementation has been extended four times, leading to an unprecedented three-year budget rollover without full execution. Trillions of naira are appropriated yearly, yet Nigerians in...