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Edo NUJ Inaugurated Compendium Update Committee Urges Chapel To Submit Members Credentials Within Two Weeks

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Edo NUJ Inaugurates  Compendium Update Committee Urges Chapels To Submit Members Credentials Within Two Weeks  By Admin  The Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has launched a two-week exercise to update the professional records of its members, with chapel leaders being urged to ensure their members submit updated qualifications before the deadline. The initiative began on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, following the formal inauguration of the Edo State Council’s Compendium Update Committee by the Council Chairman, Comrade Festus Alenkhe. Speaking at the NUJ congress, the committee appealed to chapel leaders to mobilize journalists in their respective chapels—particularly those who have acquired new academic qualifications or professional certifications—to forward their documents for inclusion in the updated compendium. Members are expected to channel their submissions through their chapel chairmen, who will then pass the documents on to the committee ...
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Edo Nawoj To Reach School Girls With Lebatry Community Health Foundation 's Sanitary Pad Donation

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Edo Nawoj To Reach School Girls With Lebatry Community Health Foundation's Sanitary Pad Donation  Habiba Sam  In commemoration of the 2026 World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the Lebarty Community Health Foundation has donated cartons of assorted sanitary pads to the Edo State Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ). The gesture forms part of the Foundation’s corporate social responsibility and supports NAWOJ’s plan to mark the day with school outreaches to educate girls on menstrual hygiene. The items were presented on behalf of the Medical Director of the Foundation, Dr. & Pharm. Nosa Aigbe Lebarty, by a delegation led by the Vice President of Lebarty Community Health Foundation, Mrs. Orion Lebarty Olaye, and the Communication Director, Pst. Mrs. Ovis Enahoro. Receiving the donation on behalf of the association, the Chairperson of Edo NAWOJ, Comrade Habiba Aniekan Sam,  alongside with her Vice, Comrade Oyemwense  Odeh,  expressed deep appr...
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JUSTICE DELAYED: UGBOHA'S PLEA FOR COMPENSATION CAUGHT IN EDO'S PEACE POLICY LIMBO

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JUSTICE DELAYED: UGBOHA'S PLEA FOR COMPENSATION CAUGHT IN EDO'S PEACE POLICY LIMBO BY ADMIN In Ugboha,Edo State ,a farming community in Esan South-East, the familiar sound of cassava pounding for garri has long defined daily life. Today, however, that rhythm is broken. It is now interrupted by the silence of deserted farmlands and the anguished voices of women whose grief has spilled into the streets in a peaceful but urgent demonstration. Led by Dr. Mrs. Louisa Eikhomun-Agbonkhese, scores of women marched to the palace of the Onojie of Ugboha, HRH Stephen Eidenojie Ukato II, bearing a list of demands born from desperation: protection from armed groups, recovery of seized ancestral farmlands, and immediate restitution for women who have suffered violence. But while these women call for action to save their lives and livelihoods, a policy instrument that could directly address their plight remains unsigned in Benin City.  As of April 2026, the State Action Plan (SAP) on Women, P...
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PHILANTHROPIST FLOCERENCE TONLAGHA HONOURED FOR HUMANITARIAN WORK

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PHILANTHROPIST FLOCERENCE TONLAGHA HONOURED FOR HUMANITARIAN WORK Tosan Atie A Warri-based philanthropist, Mrs. Florence Tonlagha, Founder of World Changer Foundation, has been commended for her love and commitment to humanity.  The commendation was given by Mr. Blessing Okotie, Manager of MT International Resources Limited, Warri, Delta State, when congratulating her on receiving the Excellent Leadership and Transformational Service award from the Advanced Management Academy, Abuja. The award, conferred on her for her selfless service to humanity, especially women and the girl child, was presented at an event organized by the Advanced Management Academy in Abuja to mark this year's International Women's Day (IWD). The event celebrated women dedicated to promoting equity and defending human rights. Okotie, speaking on behalf of himself and staff of MT International Resources Limited, said Tonlagha's contributions to society, including empowering marginalized and underserved...
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FESTUS ALENKHE: UNIQUE JOURNALIST OF HIGH REPUTE AND MULTIFACETED PERSONALITY

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FESTUS ALENKHE: UNIQUE JOURNALIST OF HIGH REPUTE AND MULTIFACETED PERSONALITY The path to  excellence in crime reportage is often  fraught with unforeseen peril, yet Festus Alenkhe has undauntedly  confronted the hazards of the profession  with dogged resolve, his determination unshaken by the lurking shadows of the criminal underworld.  His unflinching courage and unyielding perseverance have seen him through the most harrowing of circumstances, as he has fearlessly delved into the heart of criminal operations, unearthing the truth and presenting it to the world with unparalled lucidity and depth.  As the esteemed Assistant General Manager ,News  and Defence and Security Chief of  Edo Broadcasting Service and the revered Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Edo State Council, Comrade  Festus Alenkhe has carved a legacy as one of the most formidable and respected crime reporters of our time. Fearlessly navigating the treacherous terr...
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Empowering Women, Inspiring Change: Tsaye Mene Receives Icon of Social Justice Award

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Empowering Women, Inspiring Change: Tsaye Mene Receives Icon of Social   Justice Award Tosan Atie/Warri The 1st Vice President of Ugbarajo Itsekiri Youths, Mrs. Tsaye Mene, has commended the executives of Advanced Management Academy, Abuja, for their initiative in developing Women and the Girl Child in the country. Mene made this remark in Warri while speaking to our correspondent after being presented with the "Icon of Social Justice and Leadership Award" in recognition of her sterling qualities and commitment to social justice in Abuja, during the Advanced Management Academy's 2026 Edition of the International Women's Day conference and Awards Night. The International Women's Day event, with the theme "Rights, Justice, Action for all Women and Girls", brought together women from all spheres of life who have attained certain heights in their chosen careers. The theme of the conference was "Taking Action for Justice and Rights of Women and Girls...
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EdoGIS: Your Land, Secure & Transparent

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EdoGIS: Your Land, Secure & Transparent By Admin  The Edo State Geographic Information Service (EdoGIS) is revolutionizing land administration in Edo State, Nigeria. Under the Ministry of Lands and Housing, EdoGIS provides a one-stop-shop for all land-related matters, including Certificates of Occupancy, surveys, and title registration. EdoGIS is charged with the mandate of land administration responsibilities on behalf of the Edo State Government. Its mandate includes: -  *Processing and granting Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) and Rights of Occupancy -  *Cadastral surveying and mapping of the entire State -  *Registration of all land titles and instruments -  *Land acquisition and compensation services -  *Management of master plans and survey information -  *Administration of land-based taxes -  *Geographic and spatial data services With a fully digital, cashless system, EdoGIS eliminates corruption and ensures transparency. ...
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