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Palpable Tension in Etsako APC as Jimawo’s Supporters Call Out Dekeri Anamero Over Unpaid ₦10m Deal By Falmata Ibrahim  The political atmosphere in Etsako Federal Constituency is heating up as associates of Chief Dr. Abraham Jimawo, JP, are demanding that Hon. Sunday Dekeri Anamero, Esq. honour a ₦10 million reimbursement pledge made during the 2026 APC House of Representatives primaries. In a press statement released on June 24, 2026, Dr. Jimawo’s political team alleged that their principal stepped down for Dekeri Anamero on May 14, 2026, following appeals from party leaders and Edo State Governor. The move, they said, was a sacrifice to keep APC united ahead of the elections. According to the statement signed by Comrade Dr. Kenneth Oshiogwemoh, Chief PRO of the “Chief Dr. Abraham Jimawo 2027 Project Organisation,” the agreement was sealed in the presence of APC State Chairman, Emperor Jarrett Tenebe, and chairmen of Etsako East and Etsako West LGAs.  Part of the deal, they c...

Governor Okpebholo Applauds Ewu Leaders for Calm Approach During Kingship Tussle Razak Zekeri  Senior Special Assistant to the Executive Governor of Edo State on Public Affairs Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has applauded the people and traditional leaders of Ewu Kingdom in Esan Central LGA for upholding peace despite the ongoing royal succession dispute between HRH Barr. Razak Ojeifo and Prince Jafaru Israel Ojeifo. The governor’s message was delivered by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Musa Yakubu, when a delegation from Ewu Kingdom visited Government House, Benin City. Speaking on behalf of Okpebholo, Hon. Yakubu commended the community for its patience, wisdom, and orderly conduct throughout the disagreement. He said their calm approach prevented tension from escalating and kept the door open for dialogue and settlement. The Chief of Staff assured the delegation that the governor is committed to fairness, justice, and lasting peace in every part of Edo. He noted that th...

Edo  State Government Intensifies Campaign Against Drug Abuse, Seeks Public Partnership Falmata Ibrahim  The Edo State Government has renewed its pledge to tackle drug abuse and illegal drug trade through continuous sensitization, preventive programs, and grassroots involvement aimed at creating a safer, healthier state. At a press briefing in Benin City, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani, Chairperson of the Edo State Drug Control Committee and Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, said the administration remains committed to stopping substance abuse, helping victims recover, and cracking down on drug traffickers across Edo. Mrs. Anani explained that the 2026 theme, “The World Drug Problem: Persistent Issues, Emerging Threats, and New Solutions”,  highlights why governments, organizations, communities, and citizens must work together to deal with changing patterns of drug use and related crimes. She pointed to poverty, joblessness, poor education, and social imbalan...

Okpebholo ln  Good Book of Edo Residents As Peace And  Security Take Center Stage  Razak Zekeri  Every thriving society stands on one pillar,  security. Without safety, there’s no growth, no investment, and no real peace for families. In Edo State today, residents say Governor Monday Okpebholo gets it. He has made protecting lives and property the bedrock of his administration. Since he stepped into office, Okpebholo has worked to rebuild public faith in government by putting safety first. While insecurity remains a nationwide issue, Edo people say his proactive steps to tackle crime have made daily life less fearful. Markets are busier, roads feel safer, and families sleep with less anxiety. The governor has repeatedly made his stance clear: Edo will not shelter kidnappers, robbers, cultists, or any criminal group. But he hasn’t stopped at speeches. His government is actively backing police, DSS, and other agencies, while also bringing traditional rulers, commu...

National Institute for Sports DG, Philip Shaibu, Applauds BAO’s Historic Second Term Victory Razak Zekeri  The Director-General of the National Institute for Sports, Comrade Philip Shaibu, has sent warm congratulations to Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, following his remarkable re-election at the polls. In a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Ben Ogbemudia, Shaibu said the governor’s win is a clear vote of confidence from Ekiti people in recognition of his impactful governance and people-centered policies. He described Oyebanji’s return to office as a defining moment in Ekiti’s political history. Since the state was created in 1996, he noted, the governorship seat has been highly contested — with power often shifting after one term, through court rulings, or other political realignments. Shaibu pointed out that many past governors, though competent, could not achieve back-to-back victories. That makes BAO’s re-election through popular vote a r...

🎈🎈🎈Happy Father’s Day to Pst. Sunny  Anyanwu🎈🎈🎈    Our  distinguished Father in the Lord👏🏻 Numbers 6:24-26*  “ May the Lord bless you and keep you🙏🏻 The Lord makes His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you🙏🏻 The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.”🙏🏻 Heavenly Father,  Today we lift up our dear Father in the Lord, our Pastor, our Teacher, our Shepherd, Pastor. Sunny Anyanwu🤷🏼‍♀️ The man whose heart is wide enough  to carry a congregation like his own children.  The “Daddy” to many  not by blood,  but by love, sacrifice, and standing in the gap. Bless him, Lord🙏🏻 Let his hands, lifted in intercession, never grow weary.  Let his knees, bent in prayer without ceasing, be strengthened.  Let his voice, steady with Your Word, keep guiding us home🙏🏻 Let his eyes, sharp with discernment, keep seeing as You see 🙏🏻 And Lord, as he sees through You,  so let it be wi...