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Benin Archdiocese Mourns as Archbishop Augustine Akubeze Dies at 69 The Catholic Archbishop of the Benin Metropolitan See, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, has passed away.   He died on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the age of 69. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Chancellor of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, Very Rev. Fr. Michael Oyanoafoh.

Expert Crystal Designs Moves to Partner EdoGIS on Land, Infrastructure and Geospatial Services Falmata Ibrahim  Expert Crystal Designs and Projects Ltd has indicated interest in working with the Edo State Geographic Information Service, EdoGIS, to provide geospatial and other development-focused services across Edo State. The Managing Director/CEO of the company, Hon. Dr. Prince Asobi Oyemike, made this known during a courtesy visit to the Managing Director of EdoGIS, Dr. Innocent Ehi Bello, at the agency’s office in Benin City recently. Dr. Oyemike applauded Dr. Bello for the notable progress achieved by EdoGIS within a short period.  He said the agency’s strategic reforms and visible upgrades have greatly improved land administration and geospatial service delivery in the state.   According to him, these efforts have boosted public trust and supported the Edo State Government’s broader development agenda. The CEO outlined Expert Crystal Designs’ core competencies t...

Edo Police Honours 5 Gallant Officers, As Philanthropist Donates Rice and Solar Fans to Boost Welfare By Admin  Five gallant officers of the Edo State Police Command have received special recognition for their exceptional performance and remarkable contributions to crime-fighting in the state.  The honour was complemented by a welfare gesture from philanthropist, Mr. Afolabi Alayiwola, who donated five bags of rice and four solar-powered fans to the awardees. The presentation was held at the Command Headquarters in Benin City. The Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, said the officers were recognised for their dedication, courage and tangible successes in combating kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism and other violent crimes across Edo. He noted that the Command had earlier reported several breakthroughs, including the recovery of firearms and ammunition, arrest of suspected kidnappers, cultists and murder suspects, recovery of ransom, retrieval of stolen vehicles, and r...

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...