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Hendrix Oliomogbe  A Benin, Edo State High Court presided over by Justice Mary Itsueli has restrained members of Registered Trustees of Host Communities of Nigeria Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM) from conducting, organizing, supervising, participating in, or in any manner whatsoever giving effect to the l inauguration of a self constituted executive of the Edo State chapter of the association. The purported inauguration was scheduled for today, Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Benin City.  In suit No: B/276/2026, Kenneth Aduwaye, Prince Odion Abumenre, Dr. Osasu Isibor and Comrade Andrew Nosa Oyegue for themselves and on behalf of members of the Edo State chapter of HOSTCOM are challenging the legality of Registered Trustees of HOSTCOM reportedly headed by one Mr. Robinson Aikpitanyi, Patrick Erumusele, Victor Okunoghae, Stanley Osayande, High Chief Benjamin Tamaraneibi, Godday Koru and Kenneth Aigbe, Odiase Glory. In a motion ex-parte by Mr. A O. Asenoguan, counsel to the claimants, they ar...

Okowa                                                             Hendrix Oliomogbe  The senatorial ambition of immediate past Delta State governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa seems to be in jeopardy as a group, Delta North Political Renaissance and Advocacy Group has vowed to mobilize against it, following his criticism of the inclusion of the proposed Anioma State in the South East geo-political zone. The group said that the ex-governor, from the Ika axis of Anioma, who first had a stint in the upper legislative chambers between 2011 and 2015 and is currently gunning for the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election, has no justification consulting the people of Aniocha South and Aniocha North Local Government Areas, who are predominantly of Igbo extraction and longed to be united with their Igbo kinsmen in ...

Omokhodion                             Hendrix Oliomogbe  The Independent Television and Radio (ITV/Radio) is set to celebrate it Founder's Day and 29th anniversary with lecture series to answer salient questions on the theme: "'Quo Vadamus' Nigeria, Where Are We Going?" The theme is expected to enlighten and educate Nigerians on the country's journey so far, its challenges and way forward and will feature erudite academic scholars such as the former pro-chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of Ambrose Ali University (AAU), Ekpoma, Sir (Chief) Lawson Omokhodion, the keynote speaker A statement by the chairman of the Organizing Committee, Comrade Efosa Uwangue and made available to journalists in Benin City, Edo State disclosed that the event will take place on Wednesday, April 23, 2026 at Ehizua Hub, Opposite ITV Glass House, Airport Road, Benin City at 9:30 am. prompt. Comrade Uwangue explained that Hi...

Omoregie                                   Hendrix Oliomogbe                                               The Vice Chancellor of University of Benin (UNIBEN), Prof. Edoba Omoregie (SAN) has attributed the recent full accreditation of all degree programmes offered by the school to the hardwork and commitment of the authorities and staff to academic distinction. Recall that the National Universities Commission (NUC) recently released the result of the accreditation exercise in a letter dated 7th April, 2026 and addressed to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Omoregie. A statement weekend in Benin City by the Public Relations Officer, Dr. Benedicta Ehanire explained that for the first time in many years, all degree programmes offered by the University of Benin (UNIBEN) have been fully accre...

  Hendrix Oliomogbe  The relative peace in Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) may once again be disturbed if the series of damning allegations against the vice-chancellor Prof. Mrs. Eunice Omonzejie bordering on administrative incompetence, insensitivity to staff welfare, and internal bickering are anything to go by. Besides, Mrs. Omozejie, who was appointed last year as vice chancellor, stood accused of removing the institution's bursar, Dr. Sadiq Oshoke Akhor in controversial circumstances that didn't follow due process and smack of vendetta.  It was gathered that due to the palpable tension which enveloped the university over non-payment of March salary before the Easter celebrations and the non-utilisation of the one billion naira lifeline released by Governor Monday Okpebholo to offset part of the salary arrears owed staff by the immediate past administration, the state government had on 6th April 2026 announced the removal of the bursar, directing his redeploymen...

             Momoh (r) and the contractor Ahmed Saliu (l) at the site inspection        Hendrix Oliomogbe  The Minister of Regional Development, Alhaji Abubakar Momoh has reiterated the determination of the federal government to complete the Auchi Erosion. Alhaji Momoh who spoke during the inspection of ongoing work on the erosion control which is being handled by the Regional Development Ministry commended the contractor for doing a good job. The massive ecological disaster on Watertanker Road, off Warrake Road in Auchi, started from being "just little holes" but kept expanding during the rains until they turned to trenches and deep gullies. For residents of the neighborhood in the commercial and political headquarters of Edo North, every dark cloud which is supposed to bring forth a mighty outpouring of rain is cause for deep despair and trepidation as rampaging gully erosion is threatening to swallow their homes in its yawni...

Okiye at the award ceremony  Hendrix Oliomogbe  For his significant contributions to governance and legislative development in Edo State, former Speaker of Edo State House of Assembly, Mr. Frank Okiye has been honoured with a Public Service Excellence Award by the Department of Social Sciences, Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma. The award ceremony which took place at the opening of the 5th Annual International Conference on Monday, 13th April, 2026 was also, in a way, a celebration of the Edo State Lottery Regulatory Commission, Executive Chairman's dedication to community development and principled leadership during his stint in the legislative chambers. Hon. Okiye, a distinguished political and social figure was lionized for fostering good governance, upholding legislative integrity, and supporting community development initiatives, particularly within the Edo State framework.  Elated, the executive chairman of Edo Lottery Commission, who highlighted the role of edu...