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Monday Okpebholo
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Edo Governor Okpebholo Reorganizes Executive Council and Reassigns Suspended Commissioner
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reshuffled his cabinet, reassigning Professor Omorodion Ikponmwosa to the Ministry of Oil and Gas and establishing a new Ministry of Inter-Ethnic Relations.
August 13, 2026
Public response follows Peter Obi’s arrival in Edo despite warning from Governor Okpebholo
Peter Obi entered Edo State for a funeral service, drawing massive crowds despite a prior warning from Governor Monday Okpebholo that he should seek clearance before visiting.
August 13, 2026
Governor Okpebholo Appoints Oyakhilome to Lead Edo SUBEB Following Omonzane Dismissal
Governor Monday Okpebholo has removed Sonia Ebanehita Omonzane as SUBEB chairman, naming Ayewoh Ambrose Oyakhilome as her successor.
August 11, 2026
Edo Governor Okpebholo Defends Appointment of 4,000 Special Assistants
Governor Monday Okpebholo defended his appointment of 4,000 Special Assistants in Edo State, stating that the move is designed to bring governance and development closer to the grassroots level.
August 10, 2026
Davido criticizes Edo Governor Okpebholo following insults toward Governor Adeleke
Davido responded to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo’s public mockery of his uncle, Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, by posting an image of the governor’s academic results.
August 7, 2026
Governor Okpebholo Engages Edo Diaspora in London to Rally Development and Support for Tinubu
Governor Monday Okpebholo visited London to discuss his administration's infrastructure and security achievements with Edo indigenes, while also urging them to support President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign.
August 2, 2026
Abuja High Court to Hear Lawsuit Requesting State Protection for Peter Obi
A Federal High Court in Abuja will hear a lawsuit aiming to force the government to protect Peter Obi following security concerns linked to statements made by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo.
July 27, 2026
Civil society group demands state of emergency for Benin-Sapele-Warri highway
ANEEJ is calling for a state of emergency on the Benin-Sapele-Warri highway, citing severe economic losses, safety risks, and the need for urgent government intervention.
July 22, 2026
Governor Okpebholo Removes Edo Livestock Commissioner and LPRES Coordinator
Governor Monday Okpebholo has suspended the Edo State Commissioner for Livestock Development and the LPRES Project coordinator following allegations of misconduct.
July 21, 2026
Peter Obi Claims Three Governors Blocked His Entry to Their States
Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi alleges that three state governors have barred him from visiting their states, citing safety concerns and political obstruction.
July 19, 2026