Nigeria Seeks Repatriation of Pastor Egbaji from Benin as Health Deteriorates in Detention

Nigeria has expressed concern over the failing health of one of its national, Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, currently facing trial in neighbouring, Republic of Benin. Egbaji, a businessman and cleric from Cross River State, has for about two years been...

Judge’s Absence Stalls Trial Of Activist Aghogho Accused Of Cyberstalking In Warri Federal High Court

Proceedings in the controversial cyberstalking case against human rights activist, Comrade Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, have once again been stalled after the presiding judge of the Federal High Court in Warri, Justice Hyeladzira Ajiya Nganjiwa, failed...

Benin leaders call for common front to drive unity, devt

BENIN CITY – Prominent leaders of Benin extraction in Edo State have stressed the urgent need for the Benin-speaking people to close ranks, unite, and pursue a common front that will guarantee progress and sustainable development in Edo South...

Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Showcases Cultural Strength at International Arts Festival in New Orleans

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) proudly represented the twin-island nation at the International Arts Festival in New Orleans, presenting Antigua and Barbuda as both a leading Caribbean...

FG revamps agricultural education to boost food security, jobs

The federal government has announced reforms to modernise agricultural education as part of efforts to strengthen food security and create employment opportunities for young Nigerians. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday. It said the...

Celebrating Black art, culture and history with Bloomberg Connects

October marks Black History Month in the UK. This year's theme is 'Standing Firm in Power and Pride' and there's a lot happening around the country to honour the traditions and contributions of Black people both here and abroad (although it's not...

Igbinedion Education Centre Honours Outstanding Teachers

Teachers worldwide are being celebrated for their dedication to shaping the minds of future leaders. At the Igbinedion Education Centre in Benin City, it was a day of honour and appreciation for teachers and principals from the Montessori,...

Group Lauds FG, Edo Govt For Facilitating Museum Of W’frican Arts In Benin

The Board of Trustees of the Edo Unity League has lauded the Federal Government and the Government of Edo State for facilitating the siting of the Museum of West African Arts( MOWAA )in Benin City, Edo State. The group said the edifice meant to...

Edo government to recruit 3,000 additional teachers

The Edo government has announced plans to recruit additional 3,000 teachers to strengthen teaching capacity and improve learning outcomes across public schools in the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo said this when the leadership of the...

Opinion: The humbling of Tinubu’s daughter at the Benin Palace, by Oluwafemi Popoola

Editor’s note: In this piece, journalist Oluwafemi Popoola recounts how a visit to the Benin Palace by President Tinubu’s daughter, Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, turned into a royal reminder of cultural boundaries. He captures what the Oba of Benin’s firm...

Comment on PRESS RELEASE: Global south youth activation – HICOOL × The Ducreay Institute Limited unites 70+ countries by D Ducreay

The Ducreay Institute - Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 at 9:14 AM Photo credit: The Ducreay InstituteOct. 18, 2025 — Spanning October 17–18, the Global South Youth Activation Initiative—hosted by HICOOL in partnership with The Ducreay Institute...

13th Convocation: Wellspring Varsity Produces 11 First Class Students As 236 Students Graduate

Eleven students of Wellspring University, Benin, Edo State have bagged first-class grades as the institution held its 13th Convocation ceremony. Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Professor Isaac Ajayi, who disclosed this during the convocation...

Amavubi’s Mikels to miss Benin, South Africa qualifiers through back injury

Nigerian Court To Resume Trial Of Activist Aghogho October 7 Amid AGF’s Denial Of Cyberstalking Charges

The Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State, will on October 7, 2025, resume the trial of human rights activist Comrade Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, in the controversial alleged cyberstalking case with the Nigerian Government, despite the...

FG Overhauls Agricultural Education To Strengthen Food Security And Job Creation

The Federal Government has announced a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s agricultural education system to strengthen food production, enhance job creation, and attract more young people to the sector. The initiative, jointly implemented by the...

The Humbling of Tinubu’s Daughter at the Benin Palace -By Oluwafemi Popoola

When I came across the story of what transpired in the Benin Palace few days ago, I was struck by its weight and symbolism. The sight of Nigeria’s First Daughter, Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, in her capacity as Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, walking...

FG Overhauls Agricultural Education To Drvie Food Security, Employment

Transforming Nigeria’s agricultural education and tackling food security challenges, the Federal Ministries of Education and Agriculture and Food Security have announced reforms to modernise agricultural curricula, attract young people, and align...

Activist "Mama Pee" Attacked At Benin Airport By Thugs Loyal To Labour Party Factional Chairman, Julius Abure

A female activist, Precious Oruche, also known as "Mama Pee," has been attacked by thugs at Benin Airport, allegedly loyal to Labour Party's factional National Chairman, Julius Abure. SaharaReporters learnt that the incident occurred after Mama...

Edo State Bolsters Education Sector with Massive Teacher Recruitment and Infrastructure Development

In a landmark move to strengthen the education sector, the Edo State Government has announced the absorption of 4,000 volunteer teachers under the EdoStar Teaching Programme into permanent positions and the recruitment of an additional 500...

ANNUAL HARVEST THANKSGIVING: Families, Groups Celebrate Goodness Of God At St. Gabriel The Archangel Catholic Church

At St. Gabriel The Archangel Catholic Church on Sunday, the 2025/2026 Family Harvest Thanksgiving was joyfully launched. Pius Nsogho reports that the thanksgiving mass, attended by the Esama of Benin, Sir Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, was...