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Edo State
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Edo Governor Okpebholo Praises Strong Voter Turnout in Local Government Polls
Governor Monday Okpebholo praised the high voter turnout in the Edo local government elections, noting that the peaceful process reflects the public's commitment to choosing their local leaders.
July 11, 2026
Edo State Police Impose Movement Curfew for Local Council Polls
Edo State police have implemented a statewide movement restriction from midnight to 6 pm today to ensure safety and order during local government elections.
July 11, 2026
Edo State Leaders Honor Late Catholic Archbishop of Benin
Governor Monday Okpebholo and Senator Adams Oshiomhole have paid tribute to the late Catholic Archbishop of Benin, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, honoring his legacy of service and advocacy.
July 10, 2026
Edo State Police impose movement ban for local government polls
Edo State police have enforced a movement restriction from Friday midnight to Saturday afternoon to ensure safety during local government elections.
July 10, 2026
Edo State Police announce movement ban for local government polls
Edo State Police have declared a movement restriction for Saturday, July 11, to ensure a secure local government election process.
July 10, 2026
FRSC Clarifies Absence from Edo Local Government Elections
The FRSC Edo Sector Command will not participate in Saturday's local government election, citing a lack of official invitation from election organizers.
July 10, 2026
Edo State Opposition Parties Opt Out of Upcoming Council Elections
Key opposition parties in Edo State, including the PDP, ADC, and NDC, have decided to boycott the July 11 local government elections, citing constitutional violations and a lack of faith in the electoral process.
July 9, 2026
Edo ADC Faction Pulls Out of Local Government Polls Due to Integrity Doubts
A faction of the ADC in Edo has withdrawn from the scheduled local government election, citing a lack of faith in the transparency and independence of the electoral commission.
July 9, 2026
Edo Security Corps Detains Three Suspects for Homicide and Clandestine Burial
Three people have been arrested by the Edo State Security Corps for the murder and secret burial of a Kebbi State woman named Hannah.
July 9, 2026
Oba of Benin and Traditional Leaders Invoke Curses Against Criminals
Traditional leaders and the Oba of Benin gathered to conduct a spiritual ritual intended to curb the influence of kidnappers and violent criminals in the kingdom.
July 5, 2026