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Edo Guber: How APC Chieftain, Eribo, Saved Party Campaign At Egor

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1 year ago

August 23, 2024

The flag-off of the APC Governorship Campaign in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State was nearly derailed on Thursday, as the party was unexpectedly denied access to the Nigeria Police Barracks in Ogida, Benin City—a venue that had already been booked and paid for.

In a surprising turn of events, the venue was reportedly handed over to the state-sponsored Public Works Volunteers (PUWOV), a paramilitary group, casting doubt on the rally’s prospects.

Amid growing uncertainty and mounting frustration among party members, it was Hon. Crosby Eribo, a former State Assembly member, who emerged as the unlikely savior of the day.

Though he was out of the country, Eribo quickly offered an alternative venue on his family’s estate on Edo Textile Mill Road, ensuring that the really went go on as planned.

Eribo’s swift approval of the use of his estate not only saved the day but also underscored his unwavering commitment to the party’s cause, even from afar.

The rally, which initially seemed doomed, turned out to be a grand success, drawing an immense crowd of supporters.

Party heavyweights, including Senator Adams Oshiomhole, former Deputy Governors Lucky Imasuen and Pius Odubu, and serving Deputy Governor Phillip Shaibu, graced the event.

The acting State Chairman, Jarret Tenebe, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, and the Campaign Council Director-General, Matthew Urhoghide, alongside the APC’s gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his running mate, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, were also present to rally the faithful.

Addressing the enthusiastic crowd, Senator Urhoghide passionately called on voters in the Edo South Senatorial District to throw their weight behind the APC, promising that Okpebholo would deliver on his campaign promises.

Pius Odubu, in a fiery speech, lambasted the outgoing PDP government led by Governor Godwin Obaseki, labeling it as “wicked” and urging the electorate to reject the PDP in the upcoming September 21st election.

He also took the opportunity to remind voters of the 14 elected lawmakers, including Eribo, who were not inaugurated in 2019 under Obaseki’s administration.

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu echoed his sentiments, emphasizing the urgent need for change and warning against allowing Governor Obaseki to handpick a successor.

As the rally culminated, Oshiomhole and Shaibu made passionate pleas to end what they described as the PDP’s oppressive rule, with Oshiomhole calling the September 21st election a pivotal moment to put an end to what he termed a “wicked” government.

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INEC CVR: CSO Expresses Worry Over Poor Deployment Of Machines, Manpower To LGs In Edo

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2 hours ago

August 29, 2025

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By Joseph Ebi Kanjo

Edo Civil Society Organisations (EDOCSO) has expressed worry over the poor deployment of capturing machines and manpower to Igueben Local Government Area of the state by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the ongoing Ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR).

The Coordinator, EDOCSO, Igueben Study Centre, Leftist Enabulele Larry, and Secretary, Leftist Mark Akande expressed the CSO sentiment when the duo visited the INEC headquarters in Igueben where the CBR in the local government is taking place.

In a statement made available to INFO DAILY on Friday, the leadership of EDOCSO, Igueben Study Centre condemned the “use of only two capturing devices in a local government with over 69, 396 in population.”

The duo noted in the statement that their findings at the INEC headquarters revealed two capturing machines were deployed to each local government across the 18 local government areas of the state.

The civil society members said INEC excuse of deploying two capturing machines to each local government was not germane enough because many do not have a computer or android phone to do the online registration INEC gave as an excuse.

“The question here is, what is the percentage of our people mostly the aged individuals, that have access to Android mobile and other internet gadgets in Edo state?

“How many people can afford internet data to enable them have access internet services in Edo state under the current excruciating economic pains by the people?

“How many of the Edo people can even manipulate the Android mobile phone to the extent of navigating the internet hurdles to undertake the job is INEC? If INEC is not ready for the job, they should tell Nigerians.

“If citizens are now advised to individually undertake the statutory job of INEC, of what purpose does the commission serve to the people? etc,” they said.

As at when filing this report, INFO DAILY was yet to get a reply from the message sent to the INEC in Edo for reaction.

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Edo Sports Commission Boss Celebrates Okpehbolo On Birthday

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7 hours ago

August 29, 2025

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has felicated with Governor Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a statement issued on Friday by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele Okpebholo as a visionary leader whose dedication to the growth and development of the state has continued to inspire confidence and admiration across all sectors, especially sports.

Enabulele, who highlighted the governor’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment through sports development, noted that under his leadership, Edo State has witnessed significant strides in grassroots sporting initiatives and infrastructure.

“His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, is not just a political leader but a beacon of hope for the younger generation.

“His passion for excellence and inclusive governance is evident in the way he has continued to support policies that uplift our youths and promote sporting excellence,” the statement read.

The Executive Chairman prayed for long life, good health, and continued wisdom for the governor as he steers the affairs of the state towards greater prosperity.

“On behalf of the entire Edo State Sports Commission, I extend our warmest birthday wishes to His Excellency at 55. May this new chapter of his life be filled with more accomplishments and divine grace,” he added.

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Oba Of Benin Suspends Palace Chiefs

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18 hours ago

August 28, 2025

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The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has suspended two of his chiefs for falling for dereliction of duties.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Benin Traditional Council (BTC), Frank Irabor and made available to journalists in Benin City.

He said their suspension was as a result of their long absence from the palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their palace responsibilities.

The suspended persons are: Chief John Igiehon, the Izuwako of Benin and chief Aimiukpomonyako Oghogho (Ebengho), the Oyenmwensoba of Benin.

“The under-mentioned two (2) chiefs have been suspended from the Palace of the Oba of Benin.

“This is as a result of their long absence from the Palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their Palace responsibilities.

“The public is advised to be wary of unscrupulous chiefs that are no longer functioning in the Palace. His Royal Majesty has approved their _ Suspension and directed the public be duly informed.

“The names of the chiefs are: – ; 1. CHIEF JOHN IGIEHON, THE IZUWAKO OF BENIN and, _ 2 CHIEF AIMIUKPOMONYAKO OGHOGHO (EBENGHO), THE OYENMWENSOBA OF BENIN”, the statement said.