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The Global Business and Authors’ Awards UK (TGBAA) / Iconic British Business Awards 2026 By Admin  The Global Business and Authors’ Awards UK (TGBAA) and the Iconic British Business Awards (IBBA) 2026  held 25th June, 2026 in Capthorne Tara Hotel Kensington United Kingdom almost a  decade, has evolved into a respected platform for recognising excellence, celebrating impact, and fostering meaningful collaborations across industries and nations. The platform  is founded by Dr Philip Oladejo, a renowned business strategist and visionary leader, the awards platform has, over the past decade, grown into an influential international recognition body that honours outstanding individuals and organisations that are driving meaningful changes. This landmark edition brought together business moguls, entrepreneurs, authors, CEOs, content creators, and global thought leaders in a prestigious gathering dedicated to celebrating excellence and fostering cross-border collaboration. T...

Gov. Okpebholo Unveils Solar Water Facility in Irrua, Hails Premium Trust Bank’s Investment in Edo Communities Razak Zekeri Senior Special Assistant to the Executive Governor of Edo State on Public Affairs Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on commissioned a new solar-powered water facility at the Irrua Model Market. The project was donated by Premium Trust Bank as part of its corporate social responsibility drive.[today] The commissioning was carried out jointly with the Managing Director of Premium Trust Bank, Mr. Emmanuel Emefienim. The facility is expected to guarantee traders and residents in Irrua steady access to safe and clean drinking water. Speaking during the event, Governor Okpebholo described the intervention as a major step toward improving public health and uplifting community living standards. He praised Premium Trust Bank and its leadership for keying into the state’s development agenda, noting that the gesture reflects the bank’s trust in the economic prosp...

Razak Zekeri Lauds Governor Okpebholo’s Security Drive, Urges Investment in Tech-Driven Command Centres Across Edo Falmata Ibrahim  The Senior Special Assistant to the Edo State Governor on Public Affairs, Comrade Razak Zekeri, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for prioritizing citizen safety and laying the groundwork for a more secure Edo State. In his monthly opinion column on , Sustainable Security in Edo State , Zekeri, an internationally exposed Esan son who has visited over 10 European countries, said one clear lesson from developed nations is that security must come before economic growth and other forms of development. The SSA applauded the administration’s establishment of special courts to fast-track the prosecution of kidnapping and other violent crimes. He described the initiative as a “good step” that signals government’s seriousness about tackling insecurity. “However, the special courts represent only about 10% of what a truly effective security system shou...

Edo State Govt Expects Imminent Resolution to MOWAA Ownership Dispute as Presidential Panel Wraps Up Report Rasak Zekeri Senior Special Assistant to the Executive Governor of Edo State on Public Affairs The Edo State Government has expressed confidence that the lingering tussle over the ownership of the Museum of West African Arts, MOWAA, will be settled in the near future.  Speaking recently in Benin City, the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilo, said a final decision on the contested project is on the horizon. He made the remarks at the Summit, Exhibition and Fashion Show 2026, organised by the Edo State Tourism Agency.  According to Ikhilo, a presidential committee set up to examine the matter is already at work and close to concluding its findings.  “Any issue regarding who owns MOWAA is being actively addressed. A presidential committee is currently reviewing it, and we expect their report very soon. We are confident it will offer a conclusive resolution t...

Igbinedion Quits Oghomwen’s Defence Team as Court Adjourns Money Laundering Case to October  Falmata Ibrahim  Veteran Benin-based lawyer, Dele Igbinedion Esq, has exited the legal team defending Jessica Iguodala Oghomwen in an alleged money laundering case before the Federal High Court in Benin City. The withdrawal came on Tuesday after the defendant formally informed the court of a change in legal representation. At the resumed proceedings before Justice B.O. Quadri, Igbinedion told the court that a Notice of Change of Counsel had been filed on behalf of Oghomwen by C.I. Ehikioya Esq. of C.I. Ehikioya Law Firm. Relying on the filing, he announced his immediate withdrawal from the matter and confirmed that he would no longer be appearing for the defendant. The notice, entered in Charge No. FHC/B/53/2024 — Inspector General of Police v. Jessica Iguodala Oghomwen  — indicated that the defendant had engaged Ehikioya to take full charge of her defence. With that developm...

Edo State Govt Halts EDOHERMA Revalidation Exercise for Review After Stakeholder Outcry Habiba Sam  The Edo State Ministry of Health has ordered an immediate halt to the ongoing revalidation process being carried out by the Edo State Health Regulatory Monitoring Agency, EDOHERMA. The suspension follows strong objections raised by major players in the state’s private health sector.  The directive was issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomhole.  It came in response to formal appeals submitted by the Association of General Private Nursing Practitioners, AGPNP, and the Guild of Medical Laboratory Directors, GMLD. Both groups had urged the government to pause and reassess how the exercise was being conducted.  In a statement, the Ministry said the suspension will stay in place while a full review of the implementation structure is carried out. The goal, it explained, is to make the process more equitable, workable, and aligned with the co...