Edo 2024
2 Oct
In the realm of democracy, election observers are often viewed as guardians of fairness and transparency. They play a critical role in ensuring that electoral processes adhere to established standards, thereby bolstering public trust in the outcomes.
21 Sep
Popular Nigerian singer star, Davido, and Jubril Gawat, Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have locked horns on social media platform X over political disagreements. The drama started when Davido took a swipe at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), labelling it “the most dangerous institution in Nigeria.” His…
14 Sep
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” This famous quote by Nelson Mandela underscores the transformative power of education. The quality of education directly influences the quality of governance, as an informed and enlightened populace is the cornerstone of a just and prosperous society.
11 Sep
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has fixed the grand finale of the governorship election campaign for this month's governorship election in Edo State for Saturday, September 14, 2024. The announcement was signed by the Chairman, National Campaign Council, Edo 2024 Governorship Election and Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, and the two Co-Deputy Chairmen,…
5 Sep
The immediate past national president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Rev. Dr. Felix Omobude, on Thursday, urged the
4 Jun
In a concluding interview with journalists, Honourable Charity Aiguobarueghian, a seasoned lawyer and Majority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, articulated her firm stance against the All Progressives Congress (APC) while fervently supporting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, in the upcoming September 21 governorship election. Read the first…
1 Jun
Honourable Charity Aiguobarueghian, a seasoned lawyer with over two decades of experience and the Majority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, represents the good people of Ovia North East 1. In this interview with a select group of journalists, the lawmaker from Ekiadolor shares his thoughts on the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the…
9 May
As the 2024 governorship election approaches in Edo State, citizens are wondering if they will be able to exercise their fundamental right to vote without fear of intimidation, manipulation, or coercion.
3 May
A coalition of youth organisations in Edo State under the aegis of Edo Youths Arise Initiative (EDYAI) has called out the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its delay in commencing the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise ahead of the September 21 governorship election in the state. The youth group has raised concerns about a…
16 Apr
The mutuallove lost between Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, and the immediatedeputy governor, Philip Shaibu, reached its feverish pitch on Monday, April 8, with the impeachment of Shaibu by the State House of Assembly.
14 Apr
The factional Labour Party (LP) Governorship Candidate, Dr Hilton OduwaIdahosa, has called on the party members to be united and close ranks. Idahosa noted that if the current imbroglio in the party is not quickly resolved...
13 Apr
Leaders and stakeholders of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo South Senatorial District, known as PDP Legacy group, on Friday demanded fair treatment from Gov. Godwin Obaseki before it will take a position on the upcoming governorship election in the state.
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