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  Edo LG Elections: ...Gov. Okpebholo's achievements made it easy for APC  -LG Boss By: Our Correspondent The Chairman, Esan Central Local Government, ECLG, area, Rt.  Hon. Kelvin Ainiyalenhimi Iyere, has revealed that all the other political parties decided to collapse their structures into the All Progressives Congress', APC, structure, because they have seen and are still seeing the work the governor of Edo state, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo is doing in less than two years of his administration. Rt. Hon. Iyere made this revelation today, Saturday 11th July 2026 at his voting center, Ward 4, in Eidenu-Irrua, his country home, while speaking with newsmen, after casting his vote. Advising all other persons that are yet to decide on who to vote for, Rt. Hon. Iyere said; "... We are blessed to have his Excellency Governor Okpebholo as the governor of Edo state. He is God-sent to Edo state. We have never had it this good from a governor". In his message to t...

Kidnapped School Children, Teachers, in Oyo state, Regain Freedom All 39 pupils and seven teachers abducted from three schools in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been successfully rescued and freed. The victims were released after spending nearly two months in captivity following the initial attack on May 15, 2026. The development was confirmed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, as well as the Oyo State Police Command. Reports says, a joint effort by military personnel and Department of State Services (DSS) operatives secured the victims' freedom in the early hours of today. Released videos show the victims being warmly received by their families. Some of the individuals appeared frail and malnourished from their long stay in the forest, and observers have called for immediate medical attention.   Tragically, a few weeks into the abduction, the captors killed one of the teachers, Michael Oyedokun. While the kidnappe...

Edo Central Senatorial seat, Ikpea, most Ideal candidate              -Ugbesia. By: Ikpea Media Network The Chairman, Edo State Traditional Medicines Board, TMB, High Chief Abudu Ugbesia JP, has emphasized on the need for the people of Esanland to be focused, and not make the mistake of derailing the developmental process in Edo Central Senatorial district by supporting any other candidate, apart from Senator Monday Okpebholo, the Senator currently representing Edo central Senatorial district, who is asking for the people's mandate to contest in the 2027 Senatorial election. High Chief Ugbesia made this emphasis on Saturday, 27th June 2027, at the palace of the Okaijesan of Esanland, where he granted interview to media men during the 55th coronation anniversary of the Okaijesan of Esanland, Alhaji.W.O Momodu, JP, CON. Speaking, High Chief Ugbesia said; "Let us not make any mistake about it, we are gradually getting political leadership right in Edo Sta...

ECTS Chairman Congratulates Edo state SA on Diaspora Matters on Appointment By: Oriaifoh Godwins The Chairman, Edo City Transport Services, ECTS, Hon. Robert Okoinemen, in a Press statement Dated 7th July 2026, and signed by him, has congratulated Hon. Francis G. Okoyo, (GFO) on his recent appointment as the Special Adviser on Diaspora Affairs to Edo State Governor. The statement, reads in part; "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Francis G. Okoyo on your well-deserved appointment as Special Adviser on Diaspora Affairs to the Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo". "This appointment is a clear recognition of your unwavering commitment, leadership, and dedication to the progress of Edo State. I am confident that your wealth of experience and passion for engaging Edo sons and daughters across the globe will greatly strengthen the relationship between the State Government and the diaspora community while attracting meaningful p...

SENATOR JOSEPH IKPEA:  Let's Stand With A Leader Who Stands With Us Ikpea Media Team Network  ‎The dynamics of constituency representation has evolved over time, and as the dynamics of society continue to change, new leadership styles and approaches become imperative if we must aspire to strike a balance between good representation and development. ‎Fortunately, we have a vibrant, patriotic, empathetic and perceptive representative who is from the crucible of our shared experiences as Esan people, one  who possess a deep sense of understanding of our peculiar needs, challenges, fears, viewpoints,  qualities and virtues that will allow him to effectively navigate complex crevices of challenges when fully given the opportunity and supported to represent our district at the national Assemble. ‎ ‎ Senator Joseph Ikpea has been able to evaluate and understand the perspectives and experiences of our people as a man who has lived with his people and has a deliberate detaile...

Tree Planting, Should Be A Continuous Exercise In Edo State -Chairman, Edo TMB By: Our Correspondent Chairman, Edo state Traditional Medicines Board, TMB, High Chief Abudu Ugbesia, JP, has emphasised on the need for the planting of trees to be a continuous activity by individuals and corporate stakeholders, to ensure that some plants, roots and herbs do not become extinct in Edo state, saying; "...Apart from the fact that trees protects our environment from degradation, they are also very useful to us, as Trado-medical practitioner, in the preparation of various medicines". Chief Ugbesia made this suggestion during an exclusive chat with Winning Media Online, after the Agency embarked on the planting of trees on the one hectre of land Botanical Garden, in Uhumwonde local government area, that was established by Edo state government, through Edo state Traditional Medicines Board. The one-hectare Botanical Garden, located at Isi Village in Ehor, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area...

SENATOR JOE IKPEA: A MODEL OF SAGACITY AND TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP By Prof. Oyakhilome Charles Amadin Benin City — Distinguished Senator Joe Ikpea has become a shining example of purposeful representation for the people of Edo Central Senatorial District. In the Red Chamber, he has distinguished himself with wisdom, calmness and commitment. His contributions in debates and committees reflect a deep understanding of the issues affecting our people, and a clear desire to provide solutions. Across Esan West, Esan Central, Esan North-East, Igueben and Esan South-East, Senator Ikpea has brought new impetus to development. He is focused on education and youth empowerment, improved healthcare, better roads, water supply and rural electrification. His style of leadership is simple: listen to the people, work with colleagues, and deliver results. This approach has earned him respect both at home and in the National Assembly. Senator Joe Ikpea remains committed to the mandate of People First, ...