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Benin City
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Edo State Security Corps Apprehend Two Drug Trafficking Suspects in Benin
The Edo State Security Corps successfully arrested two suspected drug dealers operating in the high-traffic King Square area of Benin City.
Suspected Edo Kidnapping Ring Leader Claims Innocence in Court
Marvelous Isaac, accused of leading a kidnapping syndicate in Edo State, denied all charges during his trial, maintaining that he is a professional electrician.
Edo State concludes prosecution case against four kidnapping suspects
The Edo State Government has concluded its presentation of evidence against four kidnapping suspects, moving the trial toward the defense phase scheduled for July 2026.
Edo State Prosecution Rests After Presenting Seven Witnesses in Kidnapping Trial
The Edo State Government has completed its witness testimony in the trial of four suspects charged with kidnapping, robbery, and cultism, with defense proceedings set for July 2026.
Edo NDLEA Raids Drug Storehouse, Detains Married Couple
NDLEA agents in Benin City arrested a couple and seized over 400 kilograms of illicit substances, including cannabis and Canadian Loud, from a residential warehouse.
NDLEA Apprehends Married Couple for Possessing Over 400kg of Narcotics in Edo
Edo NDLEA officers seized over 400 kilograms of cannabis and Canadian loud during a warehouse raid, resulting in the arrest of a married couple.
Kidnapping Trial: Victims Identify Accused and Detail Over N63 Million in Ransom Payments
Victims of a notorious kidnapping syndicate in Benin City have identified four suspects in court, detailing how they were forced to pay over N63 million in ransom and had millions in valuables stolen.
Low Turnout Mars Edo Local Government Elections as Residents Choose Sport and Trade
Edo State local government elections saw low participation as residents in Benin City opted for football and trading over voting, citing lack of political competition and administrative issues.
Most Rev. Donatus Ogun Named Apostolic Administrator for Benin City Archdiocese
Pope Leo XIV has selected Bishop Donatus Ogun of Uromi to lead the Benin City Archdiocese on an interim basis following the death of Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze.
Benin Catholic Archbishop Augustine Akubeze passes away ahead of retirement
Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze of the Benin Catholic Archdiocese has died at age 69, just weeks before his planned retirement.