VOTER REVALIDATION: Stakeholders React Variously To Its Importance Ahead 2027

A cross-section of the public has expressed divergent views on the proposed INEC voter revalidation exercise. While some applauded it as a welcome development, others said it is a calculated plan to disenfranchise many eligible Nigerians. Jonah Omorowa reports. www.itvradiong.com/live YouTube: @itvradiong | https://www.youtube.com/@itvradiong Facebook: @ITVandRadio | https://facebook.com/itvandradio www.twitter.com/itvradiong www.instagram.com/itvradiong www.tiktok.com/@itvradiong

APC Women Protest Alleged Marginalisation Ahead Of Party Primaries

Ahead of the All Progressives Congress, APC, local government primaries scheduled for tomorrow, hundreds of women from the seven local government areas in Edo South took to the streets of Benin City to protest what they describe as marginalisation in the party’s political process. The women, drawn largely from Egor Local Government Area and neighbouring […]

EDO LG POLL: Parties Differ On Readiness

Ahead of the Edo State local government elections scheduled for July, some political parties have expressed varying levels of preparedness, as the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission, EDSIEC, continues consultations with stakeholders. Patience Osarogiuwa, who visited some party secretariats in Benin City, reports. www.itvradiong.com/live YouTube: @itvradiong | https://www.youtube.com/@itvradiong Facebook: @ITVandRadio | https://facebook.com/itvandradio www.twitter.com/itvradiong www.instagram.com/itvradiong www.tiktok.com/@itvradiong

Taraluna Gracious Nekpen Apologises To Hallmark Over Slanderous Statements

Taraluna Gracious Nekpen has tendered an unreserved apology to Hallmark following statements made in a viral video posted on social media platforms on the fifth of March, 2026. Taraluna in a statement by her lawyers, Ashley Oliomogbe and Co. acknowledged that the statements were slanderous and caused reputational harm to Hallmark. The statement said she […]

Reconstruction Of Burnt Oba Market To Be Completed, Handed Over To EDSG In Two Weeks

Contractor handling the ongoing reconstruction of Oba Market in Benin City, Engr. Shahid Mahmud has promised to complete and hand over the project to Edo State Government in the next two weeks. Engineer Mahmud made the commitment during an unscheduled visit to the market by Gov. Monday Okpebholo to inspect the level and quality of […]

2026 WORLD CUP: Sports Enthusiasts Call For Separation Of Sports And Politics Amid Fan Restrictions

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, sports enthusiasts have demanded a clear separation of sports and global politics, warning that political decisions, particularly travel restrictions, could limit fan participation at the tournament to be hosted by the United States of America, Canada, and Mexico. Osemudiamen Osagie reports. www.itvradiong.com/live YouTube: @itvradiong | https://www.youtube.com/@itvradiong Facebook: @ITVandRadio […]

Gov. Okpebholo Expresses Administration’s Commitment To Expanding Infrastructure Across The State

Governor Monday Okpebholo says his administration remains committed to expanding infrastructure across the three Senatorial Districts of the State as part of efforts to bring development closer to the people. He made the commitment during a routine inspection of Ohoghobi-Evbukhu road and others across Benin City. Government House Correspondent Kingsley Uchegbu has details. www.itvradiong.com/live YouTube: […]

‎Edo State Government Presents Licence Of Operation To CCETC

The Edo State Government has issued an official Power Generation Licence of Operation to China Clean Energy Technology Company CCETC, for its 100 megawatt power plant project located at Ologbo in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. ‎The licence, bearing certificate number MOP/PGL/001, was presented by the Commissioner for Power, Barrister Paul Usenbo, in line with the […]

Hon. Osaro Obazee Promises Inclusive, People-Centred Representation

Former Oredo Local Government Chairman and 2026 APC aspirant for Oredo Federal Constituency, Honourable Osaro Obazee, has assured the people of Oredo Local Government Area of inclusive representation, promising to consult widely before taking legislative decisions if elected. Joy Obarisiagbon reports that he gave the assurance on Thursday during his ward-to-ward campaign tour, where he […]

Amagba Elders, Youths Raise Alarm Over Encroachment, Illegal Land Sales

Elders and youths of Amagba Community in the Government Reservation Area of Benin City have raised concerns over alleged encroachment and unauthorized sale of community lands. They accuse a former community chairman of disposing of lands, including sacred and proposed public sites, without the knowledge or consent of the people. Ofure Anetor has details. www.itvradiong.com/live […]