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Edo Guber 2024: Embracing the SMART Leadership of Senator Monday Okpebholo A wise philosopher once said, “Begin where you are, with what you have.” This profound advice emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, humility, and leveraging one’s strengths to achieve greatness. Leadership is not about grand gestures, but about applying simple but effective principles to guide human progress. Senator Monday Okpebholo …

The Chairman of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), on Friday, issued a stern warning to state officials who refuse to comply with the Supreme Court ruling on regional government autonomy. The Supreme Court on July 11 affirmed the financial autonomy of local governments in Nigeria and rejected attempts by state governments to dissolve democratically elected local …

  Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on stage at a rally in Arizona after withdrawing from the race and endorsing the former U.S. president. Mr Kennedy, 70, a Democrat most of his life and a scion of the Kennedy dynasty, said the principles that had led him to leave the party had …

The 20 medical students kidnapped by suspected bandits in Benue State have reportedly regained their freedom. Students from the University of Maiduguri and the University of Jos were kidnapped by bandits along with a house officer along the Otukpo-Enugu Expressway last Thursday. The victims were on their way to Enugu State to attend the annual convention of the Federation of …

In a shocking revelation, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has raised the alarm that foreigners, especially Indians, are taking over low-level jobs such as vulcanization and gatekeeping in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, while Nigerians are battling unemployment. This disclosure was made by none other than Festus Osifo, President of PENGASSAN on Friday at …

Sen. Monday Okpebholo and Hon. Dennis Idahosa (MODEN); A shared collaborative vision for the progress of Edo State. By Treasure Gold Edo State wants leaders who not only understand its challenges but also have the vision and dedication to weave a brighter future for the State. Senator Monday Okpebholo and the Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa are a dynamic duo united …

Police on Friday arraigned five men at the Iyaganku Chief Magistrate’s Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, for the alleged attempted murder of a neighbour. The accused are – Aliu Hammed (23), Molomo Tairu (20), Haruna Isiaq (25), Abdullahi Isiaq (22), and Abdulmumini Idris (25). They were charged with two counts of conspiracy and attempted murder. The Magistrate, Mr M. Mudashiru, …

President Bola Tinubu on Friday vowed to further equip and empower the Nigerian military. The President, according to a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, gave the assurance at the graduation ceremony of Course 32 participants at the National Defence College, Abuja. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at …

End of an era of godfathers in Edo State; Say no to Obaseki, his godson and business partner, Asue Akintunde Ighodalo By Thomas Peter (Drastic Piro). As we approach the Edo State gubernatorial election scheduled for September 21, 2024, it is imperative that we carefully consider our choices for the future of our dear State. This election is not just …

Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface was in action for Bayer Leverkusen as they began their Bundesliga title defence with a win on Friday night. Florian Wirtz scored a dramatic winner from a penalty rebound in the 11th minute of added time to seal a 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach. Wirtz followed up to score after his penalty, awarded for a …