MONTHLY SANITATION EXERCISE: Residents Defy Government’s Restriction Of Movement, Record Partial Compliance

Despite the Edo State Government’s announcement restricting movement for the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, many residents of Benin City were seen going about their normal activities. With the lingering excitement of the Christmas season, compliance appeared mixed across the city. Donald Ehimiyein, who monitored the exercise, files this report. www.itvradiong.com/live www.youtube.com/itvradiong www.facebook.com/itvradiong www.twitter.com/itvradiong www.instagram.com/itvradiong www.tiktok.com/@itvradiong

CHRISTMAS IGBADUN: Joy, Games, Prize-Winning Mark ITV & Radio’s 2025 Christmas Celebration

The much publicized 2025 Christmas party tagged “Christmas Igbadun,” organized by Independent Television and Radio Benin City has been held at the station’s corporate headquarters, Glass House, Airport Road, Benin City. Children, Parents and guests in large numbers attended the exciting event. Jolaade Ojo has details www.itvradiong.com/live www.youtube.com/itvradiong www.facebook.com/itvradiong www.twitter.com/itvradiong www.instagram.com/itvradiong www.tiktok.com/@itvradiong

Terrorism: Federal Government Confirms US Airstrikes On Terrorists, Cites Intelligence Cooperation

The Federal Government has confirmed ongoing security and intelligence co-operation between Nigeria and the United States following airstrikes that hit terrorist targets in Nigeria’s North West. In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, signed by spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, said Nigerian authorities remain engaged in “structured security cooperation with international partners, including […]

Shehu Sani Welcomes US Strikes In Nigeria, Cautions On Foreign Dependence

Former senator Shehu Sani has described the reported military airstrikes on terrorist targets in North West Nigeria as a “conscionable action,” while stressing that Nigeria must ultimately take responsibility for its own security. Sani reacted in a statement shared via his verified X handle on Friday, following comments by United States President, Donald Trump, who […]

FIGHT AGAINST TERRORISM: US Military Carries Out ‘Deadly’ Strikes On ISIS Terrorists In Northwest Nigeria

United States President Donald Trump said US forces on Thursday conducted “powerful and deadly” strikes against Islamic State militants in northwestern Nigeria, after he warned the group to stop killing Christians in the country. The Department of Defense said “multiple ISIS terrorists” were killed in an attack conducted at the request of Nigerian authorities, but […]

CHRISTMAS EVE BOMBING: Borno Bomb Blast Sparks Heightened Security Nationwide

Following the Christmas Eve terrorist attack in Maiduguri, Borno State, authorities have scaled up security across the country with massive deployments of operatives in worship centres and urban hubs. A suicide bomber had detonated an explosive device at the Al-Adum Mosque in Gamboru Market, Maiduguri, around 6pm on Wednesday, when worshippers had gathered for prayers, […]

Police Arrest Eight Yoruba Nation Agitators Over Road Block, Assault In Ogun State

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested eight suspects over an alleged breach of public peace, unlawful assembly, obstruction of traffic and assault on police officers following a disturbance linked to the Democratic Republic of the Yoruba group in parts of Sango-Ota. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, with the arrests confirmed by the Police […]

Recreational Centres Receive Unprecedented Turnout Of Funseekers In Benin City

The spirit of Christmas was evident across major recreational centers in Benin City, as fun seekers trooped out in large numbers to relax and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Patience Osarogiuwa reports that Kada Cinemas and Entertainment Centre, Ogba Zoo and Nature Park, as well as King’s Square, recorded massive turnouts during the […]

Christians Urged To Be Content, Peaceful & Extend Support To Neighbours

Today is Christmas. Christians in Nigeria joined their counterparts across the world to mark the event. The Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, Most Reverend Augustine Obiora Akubeze, alongside other clergymen, has urged Christians to celebrate Christmas peacefully and show love by supporting the needy in society. Joy Obarisiagbon has details. www.itvradiong.com/live www.youtube.com/itvradiong […]

Independent Television And Radio Hosts 2025 Christmas Celebration In Benin City

The 2025 Independent Television and Radio Christmas celebration, tagged “Christmas Igbadun,” has been successfully held amid pomp and fanfare at the station’s corporate head office along Airport Road, Benin City. The event featured fun-filled activities including games, dance competitions, music, and other entertaining displays. It brought together the management and staff of ITV, guests, and […]