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BEDC: CSOs demand probe into attacks on electricity employees leader amid remuneration dispute
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Senate Approves New Federal Universities in Delta, Cross River
Education By • The Nigerian Senate on Thursday, passed two bills establishing new federal universities in the South-South region. One bill creates the Federal University of Agriculture in Orogun, Delta State, while the other establishes the Federal University of Education in Obudu, Cross River State.
BEDC workers strike: Edo Govt Moves to End Power Blackouts, outline strategy
BENIN, Edo – The Edo State Government has outlined a two-pronged strategy to tackle the lingering electricity crisis, combining urgent intervention in the ongoing labour dispute with the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) and long-term reforms aimed at decentralising the power sector and reducing dependence on a single distributor.
CSO declares ‘Fasting & Prayers’ for Police Reform in Nigeria
CSO declares ‘Fasting & Prayers’ for Police Reform in Nigeria Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 21 Oct 2026 Asaba, Delta — After years of advocating against the monetisation of bail and the arbitrary detention of poor and vulnerable citizens, the Association of Humble Men And Women For Egalitarian Society (AHMWFES), popularly known as the Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation, has added a spiritual dimension to its work.
UBTH Celebrates World Pharmacy Technician Day 2026
UBTH Celebrates World Pharmacy Technician Day 2026 Health By Ehioze Gilbert • 20 Oct 2026 Benin, Edo – The Pharmacy Technicians of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, joined the global community to commemorate World Pharmacy Technician Day, celebrating their vital contributions to medication safety, quality healthcare, and improved patient outcomes. The Chief Medical Director, Prof.
EDO TANKER DISASTER: Fulfill Pledge to UBTH, Residents tells Okpebholo
Inside Edo By • Benin, Edo – Following the catastrophic fuel tanker explosion on the Benin-Lagos road, concerned residents of Edo State, both at home and abroad, have called upon Governor Okpebholo to redeem his pledge for the construction of the ₦2.5 billion Paediatric Complex at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH). Speaking with journalists during the governor's visit to the disaster victims at the weekend, Mrs.
Okpebholo’s aide commends Edo LG Party Chair for Purposeful, Unifying Leadership
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Samson Ikwuje: IGP Urged to give Attention to Police Welfare Complaints
Crime/Social Justice By • Benin, Edo – Comrade Arishe Monday, the Convener and Coordinator General of the Alliance for Security and social justice, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu for lending an ear to the many Nigerians who intervened on behalf of Inspector Samson Ikwuje. In a statement issued Friday and made available to DAILY South Nigeria, Arise also urged the police boss to listen to Inspector Samson Ikwuje’s complaint in order to enable improved police welfare.
‘Remember your public declarations that era of impunity is over’ — Rights Group Petitions Disu Over Activists detention Linked to N900,000 Extortion in Delta
‘Remember your public declarations that era of impunity is over’ — Rights Group Petitions Disu Over Activists detention Linked to N900,000 Extortion in Delta Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 16 Oct 2026 Sapele, Delta – The Association of Humble Men & Women for Fairness and Egalitarian Society (AHMWFES), also known as The Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, seeking urgent intervention in the continued detention of two of its members by...
ANAN Edo State hails UBTH commitment to Healthcare Excellence
Health By • Benin, Edo – The management of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, received a delegation from the Edo State Branch of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) on a courtesy visit. During the visit, the Association commended the hospital’s leadership and extended vital support to a patient as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Led by the Vice Chairman of the Edo State Branch, Amb.
₦900,000 Bail Extortion: Victim Remanded, Whistleblower Activist Detained by Delta Police
₦900,000 Bail Extortion: Victim Remanded, Whistleblower Activist Detained by Delta Police Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 15 Oct 2026 Jesse, Delta — A human rights organisation has accused officers at Jesse Divisional Police Headquarters of collecting ₦900,000 in connection with the purported bail of a man later identified as Oghenevwaire Emmanuel.
Cleric lauds Ize-Iyamu's Leadership at UBTH
Cleric lauds Ize-Iyamu's Leadership at UBTH Health By Ehioze Gilbert • 12 Oct 2026 Benin, Edo – The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, on Monday, October 12, 2026, received complimentary copies of two books authored by Pastor Victor Ativie, titled "Why Worry?" and "Faith That Works," specifically for the hospital's management and library. Following the presentation, Prof. Ize-Iyamu expressed her profound gratitude for the visit.
Edo police division returns N150,000 out of N220,000 extorted from truck driver
Crime/Social Justice By • Ahor, Edo — The Eagle Eyes Intelligence Unit of AHMWFES – The Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation has reported the recovery of ₦150,000 out of an alleged total of ₦212,000 extorted from a victim at Ahor Divisional Police Headquarters in Edo State. The recovery took place on October 9, 2026, according to an update issued by the group on Sunday. The organisation stated that the victim also alleged habitual detention without proper or lawful investigation.
Edo North Urged to Track 2025 Budget Projects Amid Implementation Concerns
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UBTH provides Ultra-Modern Day Room for ‘walking’ patients to relax, socialize, others
Health By • Benin, Edo – To help patients navigate the monotony of bed confinement, the Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu has provided a dedicated day room in ward A4. This non-clinical, shared space is designed to offer a homelike environment where walking patients can relax, socialize, read, and watch television.
Edo Campaign Council Backs Tinubu, says fuel discount’Not Return to Subsidy’
Edo Campaign Council Backs Tinubu, says fuel discount’Not Return to Subsidy’ Politics By Ehioze Gilbert • 09 Oct 2026 Benin, Edo — The Edo State APC Campaign Council has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration over the recent NNPC Retail Limited fuel discount, describing it as a commercial measure that eases prices for consumers without reinstating the abolished petrol subsidy. In a statement signed by its Director of Publicity, Hon.
Truck Driver Forced to Pay ₦202,000 For ‘Bail’ After 5-Day Ordeal at Edo Police Station
Crime/Social Justice By • Benin, Edo — A human rights organisation has raised serious concerns over alleged bail-related extortion and prolonged detention at the Ahor Divisional Police Headquarters under the Edo State Police Command. In a statement released by AHMWFES – The Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation, the group said it received a complaint concerning an alleged incident.
Edo LG Clears Overgrown weeds, debris on parts of Benin-Abraka Road
Environment By • Abudu, Edo — The Orhionmwon Local Government chairman, Thompson Osagie, has conducted its environmental sanitation with the clearing of overgrown vegetation and debris along the Benin–Abraka Road corridor and improving the grounds of the local government secretariat.
Ize-Iyamu tasks health service administrators on professionalism, ethical integrity
Health By • Benin, Edo – The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) has urged public servants to maintain high standards of diligence and professionalism within the healthcare system during the Maiden public lecture of the Institute of Health Service Administrators of Nigeria (IHSAN), UBTH Chapter. Speaking at the event with theme: “Still Diligent: The Mindset of the Public Servant in a Healthcare System in Flux.”, Prof.
Nigerian Association of Orthodontists Celebrates 20th Annual Meeting, Scientific Conference
Health By • The Nigerian Association of Orthodontists (NAO) has concluded its landmark 20th Annual Meeting and Scientific Conference at the Radisson Blu in Lagos, marking two decades of advancing dental care with the theme “360 Degree Orthodontics: Experience, Ethics & Excellence.” Led by Association President Prof.
‘Government initiatives must be geared towards improving lives, strengthening national institutions’ – Braimoh
Politics By • Haruna Braimoh, Edo State Publicity Secretary of RELAX TIFN, has underscored the critical responsibilities of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Cabinet members in translating the Renewed Hope Agenda into concrete results for Nigerians. Speaking in an interview on Global Morning, Braimoh examined the link between presidential leadership and the performance of ministers in implementing the administration’s policies and programmes.
MonITNG Questions Massive Vehicle Donations for Ogun Senatorial Campaign Amid Infrastructure Concerns
MonITNG Questions Massive Vehicle Donations for Ogun Senatorial Campaign Amid Infrastructure Concerns Politics By Ehioze Gilbert • 29 Sep 2026 Abeokuta, Ogun – A civic technology platform has challenged the direction of large-scale private donations supporting the political campaign of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (popularly known as YAYI), the current Ogun West Senator and APC governorship candidate for 2027.
Rights Group Demands Probe into N111,500 Extorted by police at AIG Zone 5
Crime/Social Justice By • Benin, Edo – A human rights organisation has called for an independent investigation into allegations that police officers attached to the ZIB Unit under the AIG Zone 5 Headquarters collected a total of ₦111,500 in connection with a matter that reportedly occurred on 15 September 2026.
₦10,000 Extorted at Delta Police Division Refunded
Crime/Social Justice By • Oghara, Delta – The sum of ₦10,000 allegedly extorted from a Nigerian citizen by a personnel serving at the Oghara Divisional Police Headquarters in Delta State has been refunded following intervention by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO).
Institute Honours UBTH CMD, Ize-Iyamu
Health By • Benin, Edo – The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, has been honoured with an Award of Recognition in acknowledgment of her developmental strides by the Institute of Health Service Administrators of Nigeria (IHSAN), UBTH Chapter. Receiving the leadership of the Institute of Health Service Administrators of Nigeria (IHSAN), UBTH Chapter, Prof.
Pharmacists Hails Ize-Iyamu Developmental Strides in UBTH
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Delta police officers extorted ₦10,300, assaulted motorcycle rider
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Right group says ₦35,000 allegedly taken at Edo police station has been refunded
Right group says ₦35,000 allegedly taken at Edo police station has been refunded Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 24 Sep 2026 Iguobazuwa, Edo – A Nigerian citizen has received a refund of ₦35,000 after alleging that the money was extorted by an investigating police officer (IPO) attached to Iguobazuwa Divisional Police Headquarters in Edo State, according to a rights organisation that tracked the case.
Pupils scoop floodwater from classroom at Delta primary school
Pupils scoop floodwater from classroom at Delta primary school Education By Ehioze Gilbert • 23 Sep 2026 Owa-Nta, Delta – Children at Okwue Primary School in Owa-Nta, in Ika North-east area of Delta State, were seen on Wednesday bailing water from a flooded classroom with buckets, brooms and a wooden bench, civic group Tracka said. A video posted by Tracka, a BudgIT project that monitors public works, shows a bare classroom with open window, a leaking roof and water covering the concrete floor.
Delta Police station detained mother, daughter, collect N43,000 for bail – Rights group alleges
Delta Police station detained mother, daughter, collect N43,000 for bail – Rights group alleges Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 23 Sep 2026 Jesse, Delta — A human-rights group has accused officers at Jesse Divisional Police Headquarters in Ethiope West, Delta State, of overnight detention and cash demands for bail of a mother and her daughter.
‘Discovery of fake fruit juice factory should go beyond arrest’ — Tracka tells NAFDAC to investigate, make findings public
Badagry, Lagos – Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Lagos State Command have raided an unregistered facility in Aradagun, Badagry, where a drink branded Barkas Juice was allegedly being produced and packaged for distribution. Two women, aged 48 and 50, were arrested. Names have been withheld pending further investigation.
Braimoh Appointed Edo APC Publicity Director for 2027 General Election Campaigns
Politics By • Benin, Edo – Haruna Braimoh has been appointed State Director of the Publicity Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2026/2027 Presidential, National Assembly and State House of Assembly Election Campaign Council in Edo State. Braimoh, Special Adviser to Governor Monday Okpebholo on Public Affairs and Media, confirmed the appointment in a statement, describing it as a call to greater service.
Rights Group Calls for Probe After Man Alleges Forced ₦10,000 Payment, Damaged Glasses at Edo Police Station
Inside Edo By • BENIN, Edo — A rights group has called for an independent investigation after a Nigerian citizen alleged that he was taken to the New Benin Divisional Police Headquarters in Edo State on 19 September 2026 and made to pay ₦10,000, while his work eyeglasses were damaged. The account was issued by AHMWFES, The Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation. According to the group, the man was taken to the station at about 3:46 p.m. over issues relating to his motorcycle particulars.
“Ogun Has Outgrown Garri Politics” — Group Slams APC Guber Candidate Over “Stomach Infrastructure”
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UBTH seeks legislation against Substance, Drug Abuse
Health By • Benin, Edo – The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu has called for urgent legislative action to combat the rising tide of drug and substance abuse in Edo State. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA), Rt. Hon. Yekini Idiaye to the hospital, Prof.
APC Youth Leader Commends Hon. Chris Eni Over Leadership in Igueben
Politics By • Igueben, Edo — The All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Leader in Ward 8, Igueben Local Government Area, Endurance Ojo, has commended the party’s LGA Chairman, Hon. Chris Eni, for what he described as purposeful and unifying leadership at the grassroots. In a chat with DAILY South Nigeria on Saturday in Benin City, Ojo said Eni’s tenure had given the party direction, unity and a clearer sense of purpose in Igueben.
UBTH urged government at all levels to Combat rising case of drug, substance abuse among students
UBTH urged government at all levels to Combat rising case of drug, substance abuse among students Health By Ehioze Gilbert • 17 Sep 2026 Benin, Edo – The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu has urged government at all levels to urgently tackle the rising wave of drug and substance abuse among students in secondary and tertiary institutions.
Group petitions Edo CP over prolonged detention of Philip Agbaogbona in ₦99m dispute
Crime/Social Justice By • BENIN, Edo — A human rights group has petitioned the Edo State Commissioner of Police, CP Patrick Daaor over the alleged continued detention of Philip Agbaogbona, saying the case should be reviewed to confirm its legal basis, the identity of the investigating officer, and whether detention is being used to compel payment of a disputed debt.
Financial Responsibility: Nigeria Revenue Service hails UBTH
Health By • Benin, Edo – The management of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) led by the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, on Monday, 14th September 2026, received a team from the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) on a courtesy visit to the hospital. The CMD appreciated the NRS delegation for the visit and the gesture of recognition.
Edo police division returns N150,000 ‘Bail’ Money After group’s intervention
Edo police division returns N150,000 ‘Bail’ Money After group’s intervention Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 16 Sep 2026 Benin, Edo – The rights group, under the aegis of Association of Humble Men and Women For Egalitarian Society (AHMWFES), popularly known as the Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation says ₦150,000 allegedly collected as “bail” from Nigerian citizens in a case linked to Etete Divisional Police Headquarters, Edo State Command, has now been refunded.
Edo LG embarks on Back-to-School supplies, school clean-up
Inside Edo By • Abudu, Edo – The Orhionmwon Local Government Council has distributed learning materials to primary school pupils and cleared overgrown school compounds as the pupils resume for a new academic session. The Back-to-School Programme was flagged off on Monday at Obaseki Memorial Primary School, Abudu, the Vice Chairman Felix Obamwonyi who represented the Chairman, Thompson Osagie. Pupils received school bags containing exercise books, pens, pencils, erasers, sandals and other items.
‘DPO, Wife eating chicken when police collected N60,000 from us’ — Hawkers tells group
‘DPO, Wife eating chicken when police collected N60,000 from us’ — Hawkers tells group Crime/Social Justice By Ehioze Gilbert • 14 Sep 2026 Isiokolo, Delta – A rights group has called for an independent investigation into allegations that two Nigerian citizens were extorted of ₦60,000 at Isiokolo Divisional Police Headquarters in Delta State.
Edo Police Division refund money for alleged bail payments
Inside Edo By • BENIN, Edo — A rights group says money allegedly collected for bail at the New Etete Divisional Police Headquarters has been refunded after a public complaint. The Association of Humble Men and Women For Egalitarian Society (AHMWFES), operating as The Bail Is Free Campaign Organisation, issued the update on Sunday, 13 September 2026.
NANNM Edo State Chapter Visit to UBTH CMD
Health By • Benin, Edo — On Thursday, September 10th, 2026, the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) Edo State Chapter paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu to felicitate with her on her appointment and historic milestone as the first female to occupy the office.
BudgIT to press funders on Africa’s overlooked secondary cities during UNGA week
International By • Nigerian civic-tech group BudgIT is using its 15th anniversary year to take a sharper message to New York: development money and support still cluster in capital cities, while the towns absorbing most of Africa’s urban growth stay underfunded. In a post on Thursday, the organisation announced it will host a conversation titled “Reimagining Solutions in Africa’s Secondary Cities” during United Nations General Assembly week.
‘Youth participation can’t start, end at ballot box’, BudgIT says after APC youth leader’s Lagos campaign post
Business/Economy By • BudgIT has used a high-visibility campaign video by All Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Leader Dayo Israel to argue that organising young Nigerians to vote is not enough if the state cannot identify, count and budget for them.
“This is a timely initiative”, NISLT commends UBTH establishment of Drug Testing Centre
Health By • Benin, Edo – The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), led by the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu on Thursday received commendation from the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT) following the successful establishment of a Drug Testing Centre at the hospital. Prof.
Okpebholo Approves Evbuarue–Ugo Electricity Link
Okpebholo Approves Evbuarue–Ugo Electricity Link Inside Edo By Ehioze Gilbert • 08 Sep 2026 ABUDU, Edo — Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has approved an electricity project to connect communities in Orhionmwon Local Government Area from Evbuarue to the Ugo axis, the council chairman has said, adding that work is expected to begin shortly.
Osagie inaugurates Orhionmwon legislative arm as Lucky Isibor emerges leader
Inside Edo By • Abudu, Edo – The Chairman of Orhionmwon Local Government Council, Thompson Osagie, has inaugurated the council’s legislative arm with the swearing-in of 12 newly elected councillors representing the 12 wards of the local government. The ceremony was held at the Orhionmwon Legislative Arm Chamber, where the councillors formally assumed office in line with constitutional provisions.
Gelegele Hearing Set for October as Ughoton Seeks Enforcement of 1983 Supreme Court Ruling
Inside Edo By • Benin, Edo – A High Court sitting in Benin City will on 6 October 2026 hear proceedings between Ughoton Community and Ijaw inhabitants of Gelegele. The case is not a new ownership lawsuit. It concerns enforcement and next steps arising from a long-standing Supreme Court judgment. On 19 August 1983, the Supreme Court held that the land belongs to the Benin Kingdom under the Oba of Benin, with Ijaw settlers recognised as customary tenants.
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