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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has hailed ex-governor of the state and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun on his 81st birthday, extolling his virtues as an elder statesman and applauding his candor in speaking ‘truth to power when it matters the most.’ In a statement, the governor said it was heartwarming and soothing to celebrate …

United States Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Nathan A. Sales travels to Doha, Qatar today to thank that nation for its commitment to combating global terrorism and its dedication to a robust partnership with the United States on counterterrorism and security, a statement from the office of State Department Spokesperson said on Wednesday. Ambassador Sales will meet with Attorney General Ali …

For Aundi Marie Moore, a Black mother of two in Bowie, Md., there’s no debate about whether her kids should be returning to school this year during the coronavirus pandemic. “My husband and I decided we’re not going to send our children to school, even if it’s mandated, until there’s a vaccine and the safety and health of our community …

…Union pledges support for governor’s quest to transform Edo, better lives for residents The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the September 19, 2020 gubernatorial election and Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has been honored as the Most Innovative Governor of The Year 2019 by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Chapter.  Given for his innovative leadership style which …

The Obaseki family of Benin Kingdom has endorsed their son, Governor Godwin Obaseki, for a second term in office, citing his laudable people-oriented projects and programmes, which must be allowed to continue. Members of the Obaseki family that attending the meeting as well as those represented are: Pa George Obaseki, Okaegbe; Joseph Obaseki, Secretary; Eki Obaseki, Assistant Secretary; Mr. Felix …

A one-week-old baby who was allegedly sold for over N300, 000 has been rescued by Edo State Government in a crime bust that involved the uncovering of a baby-selling syndicate operating between Benin City and Anambra State. Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof. Yinka Omorogbe, who disclosed this to journalists in Benin City during the week, said the traffickers have been arrested …

MASSACHUSETTS — As families and school districts struggle with whether to send children back to the classroom, people are looking to whatever available data they can find to help inform their last-minute decisions. One of the reports to garner attention this week is one from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association. It shows a 40 percent increase …

…Mistakes cost APC some states –  Buhari …President’s statement unfortunate – NBA …PDP raps Buhari over comments on use of security to muscle elections President Muhammadu Buhari said yesterday that ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, could have used the Army and the Police to overrun the opposition but for the interest of the nation. Buhari also said mistakes made by …

The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, ordered substituted service of a suit seeking the disqualification of the All Progressives Congress’ governorship candidate in the forthcoming election in Edo State, Osagie Ize-Iyamu, and his running mate, Audu Ganiyu. Justice Taiwo Taiwo, granting the plaintiffs’ application for substituted service, ordered that Ize-Iyamu and Ganiyu be served with the suit by …

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday, said if not for the respect All Progressives Congress, APC, has for the country, it could have used the army, the police and other security agencies to overrun the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2019 elections. President Buhari, who stated this when he met with the North East Governors Forum and the security …