Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested five suspected kidnappers and recovered a firearm during an operation in Amurin Forest, along the Owo–Ifon axis of the State. In a statement signed by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Olushola Ayanlade, the arrest was carried out in the early hours of Sunday, October 26, 2025, around […]
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have foiled a kidnap attempt along Benin–Akure Road, rescuing eight passengers, including three children, from the hands of suspected kidnappers. According to a statement by the Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, the incident occurred on Saturday, 25th October 2025 between Obarenren and Odunwongie Communities in […]
President Bola Tinubu has requested the Senate to screen and confirm the recently appointed service chiefs. The request was contained in a letter read on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. According to the letter, the nominees are: Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede; Chief of Army Staff, […]
The family of a 21-year-old man, Abraham Boro, identified as one of the individuals seen in the recent viral videos depicting cases of assault in Benin City, has raised alarm over his whereabouts, claiming he has been missing since the incident occurred. The family, who brought their complaint to the corporate office of Independent Television, […]
Independent Television and Radio has again been commended for its unrelenting support towards promoting creativity, culture, and community development in Edo State. The commendation came to the fore during courtesy visit by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen Media Network and Edo Talent Hunt Committee to the Management at the corporate headquarters of the station, Airport Road in […]
It was an atmosphere of joy, praise, and jubilation on Sunday, as members of Altar of Gladness Ministry, Sapele Road, Benin City, converged on the Church Auditorium for a triple celebration, marking the Church’s second anniversary , birthday of its General Overseer and Vision Bearer, Prophetess Success Osas and monthly thanksgiving. The thanksgiving service, with […]
Edo State Police Command says it has observed a disturbing crime trend involving anonymous callers threatening individuals, business owners, and corporate organizations in the State, with claims that explosive devices have been planted within their premises. The Command described the act as a new wave of extortion through fear and intimidation, where the perpetrators demand […]
Operatives of Edo State security service corps have recorded another major breakthrough in it’s fight against criminality, following the rescue of two kidnapped victims and arrest of one of the suspects during a joint operation in Etsako East and West local government areas. The operation, which followed swift response to distress calls from residents, was […]
The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt Hon Dennis Idahosa has wulogised Late Commandant of Nigeria Security And Civil Defence Corps, Edo State Command Commandant, Joseph Gbenga Agun as a man who played a vital role in the security architecture of the state. Rt. Hon Idahosa stated this during a special Security Council valedictory session […]
The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo has threatened to sack non-performing and incompetent contractors handling different projects across the State. The Governor issued the threat when he met with the leadership of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Edo State who paid him a courtesy visit . Government House Correspondent Kingsley Uchegbu has […]
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