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Governor Okpebholo’s Administration Advances Road Infrastructure In Edo

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9 months ago

March 26, 2025

By Joseph Ebi Kanjo

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has received praise for his commitment to completing and funding road projects initiated by the previous administration.

Recent findings by Info Daily reveal that Okpebholo has not only continued these projects but has also launched several significant initiatives currently underway in Benin metropolis.

During a visit to the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium area in Ogbe community, it was noted that multiple Ogbewaise link roads, which were started by the former administration, have been successfully completed. The newly laid asphalt on these roads has significantly improved mobility in the area.

The Okpebholo-led government has also resumed work on the dualization and construction of the Ekewan Road, which had been stalled near the Army Barracks during the previous administration. Contractors have been re-engaged to expand the road up to the Ekewan Army Barracks, where asphalt is being laid, and a retentive pond is being constructed to manage erosion in the vicinity.

In a brief visit to Charismatic Renewal Road, off Ekewan Road, it was observed that a previously unmotorable 1.4 km road is now under construction. Governor Okpebholo was said to have promised residents during his campaign that he would make the road accessible, and the ongoing project includes the installation of two side drainages and a retentive pond, fulfilling his commitment to the community.

Additionally, at Uteh, off Palace Road in Upper Mission, Benin, a 4.7 km road project is currently in progress. Awarded in February 2025, contractors have already mobilized to the site.

Site Engineer Tomiwa Atoyebi while speaking, said significant advancements have been made in drainage construction, with 1.6 km of drainage work completed. He expressed confidence that the project would be finished within the 12-month timeline, aiming for completion by February 2026.

He stressed: ‘“The drainage works and earthworks are our main focus at this stage. We have completed 1.6 km of drainage on both sides of the road, and we’re moving forward with the formwork for base construction. We are committed to meeting the project deadline by February 2026.”

Furthermore, in Teboga, Upper Mission, Benin, extensive road construction is underway. The area, previously plagued by erosion, is undergoing transformation as the terrain is being leveled and a wide drainage system is being built to direct water to the nearby Ikpoba River.

Overall, Governor Okpebholo’s administration is making substantial strides in enhancing road infrastructure in Edo State, demonstrating a commitment to improving the quality of life for residents through better mobility and infrastructure development.

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Trump’s Airstrikes: Halt Military Cooperation With US Immediately – Sheikh Gumi Tells Tinubu Govt

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4 hours ago

December 26, 2025

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Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called on the Federal Government to immediately halt all military cooperation with the United States following reported US airstrikes.

Gumi warned that American involvement could worsen Nigeria’s security challenges and undermine national sovereignty.

Gumi made the call in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Friday.

He said while Islam permits the fight against terrorism, such actions should only be carried out by what he described as “clean hands,” arguing that the United States lacks the moral authority to lead such efforts because of its global military record.

According to the cleric, Nigeria made a mistake by allowing foreign powers to play a role in its counterterrorism operations, insisting that “terrorists do not truly fight terrorists” and that such interventions often result in civilian casualties and hidden political motives.

Gumi warned that allowing Nigeria to become a theatre of war would attract anti-US forces into the country, further destabilising it.

He also cautioned that US involvement, particularly under claims of protecting Christians, could polarise the country along religious lines.

The cleric further argued that airstrikes alone cannot defeat terrorism, stressing that effective counterterrorism requires strong ground operations, which he said Nigeria has enough personnel to carry out if properly organised.

“This is the mistake Nigeria has made. Terrorists don’t fight terrorists in truth; they may only kill innocent people and have ulterior motives behind the drama of fighting ‘terror’.

“As a principle, no nation should allow its land to be a theater of war. And no nation should allow its neighbors to be their enemies.

“If Nigeria wants military assistance, China, Turkey, and Pakistan can do the job effectively,” part of his statement reads.

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Shehu Sani Reacts To Trump’s Military Strikes In Nigeria

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4 hours ago

December 26, 2025

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Former lawmaker, senator Shehu Sani, has reacted to reports of United States military strikes on terrorist targets in Nigeria’s North-West, saying foreign powers cannot permanently handle the country’s security challenges.

Sani made the remarks on Friday via his X handle while responding to a post by the United States Africa Command, AFRICOM, which indicated that the strikes were carried out in coordination with Nigerian authorities.

According to him, if the reported strikes were indeed a joint operation with Nigerian security agencies, then such action was justifiable, given the threat posed by terrorist groups in the region.

He described terrorists operating in parts of northern Nigeria as “cancerous cells,” stressing that they survive through violence and should be confronted decisively.

Sani also dismissed narratives suggesting that terrorist attacks target only one religious group, describing such claims as false and misleading.

He said: “If actually, the military strikes against the terrorists targets in the North Western part of Nigeria were a joint operation with the ‘Nigerian Authorities’ as posted by the US AFRICOM on their verified X handle, then it’s a conscionable action.

“Terrorists have become cancerous cells in our part of the country.They live by the sword.The narrative that the evil terrorists only targets one faith, remains absolutely false and misleading.

“Again, the ultimate security and peace in our country lies with ourselves and not with the US or any foreign power. They can complimentarily or unilaterally strike, but they can’t eternally fight our battles.”