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TV Channel Launched In Benin To Showcase Young Entrepreneurs, Talents

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2 years ago

July 3, 2024

A cross section of guests at the launching on Tuesday.

The Africa Centre for Enterprise and Capacity Development, Benin, on Tuesday, launched an online television channel aimed at showcasing young entrepreneurs and what they do.

Officially unveiling the television channel named Enterprise TV, the Executive Director and initiator of the idea, Tres Omokaro, said the whole idea was to create a platform where young entrepreneurs can meet, develop themselves and what they do.

Omokaro, while stating that the Enterprise television is a collaborative work, adding that “it is where we have individuals, professionals who are experts in their own field coming to owe a channel within the TV station, and constantly dishing out information, messages that will better people’s lives in various aspects of business. It is a free channel.”

Answering questions on why he is pushing to ensure young entrepreneurs with innovative idea are brought into the limelight and possibly helped, Omokaro said: “I had the privilege of being helped when I had innovative idea; I saw a body who invested in me, so I felt now that God has helped me to an extent, let me liberalise the same enterprise knowledge.”

Mr. Tres Omokaro (left) and Mr. Noma Iguisi at an interactive session during the launching.

He added: “Ours is, you have that innovative idea, right; you have been able to build a product, then you can come to us, and we will help you build a business from that product.”

Also speaking at the launching, Chairman, Nigerian Association of Small Scale Industrialists, Mr. Noma Iguisi, while commending the initiator, noted that such is needed to “move SME space forward.”

Iguisi, who said the private sector is contributing a lot to the economy and Gross Domestic Product of the country, urged the government at all levels to provide the needed support and enabling environment for the private sector.

“The private businesses can only thrive where you have stable electricity. Then funding. The government needs to understand that partnership with the private sector is imperative in ensuring that we meet the global best practices and the sustainable development goal,” he added.

He, therefore, advised graduates looking for white collar jobs to develop themselves by learning a skill and going into entrepreneurship.

“The best thing for them is to embrace entrepreneurship. They should embrace skills development. When you have the requisite skills, you will be able to proffer solutions to the challenges people face, then you make a huge amount of money,” he said.

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AAU Postpones Resumption Date

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6 hours ago

January 10, 2026

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The management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, has approved, on behalf of the university’s Senate, the postponement of students’ resumption and commencement of academic activities.

In a statement,
Otunba Mike Aladenika,
Head, Information, Public Relations & Protocol, AAU, said the decision became necessary to enable the university to complete ongoing renovation works on student structures and facilities, aimed at enhancing the overall teaching and learning experience.

“According to him, the management is committed to providing a conducive environment for academic excellence and believes that this temporary adjustment will ultimately benefit our students.

“While the university management intends to announce a new resumption date, any student(s) still in our hostels are advised to vacate with immediate effect to allow for effective ongoing renovation works

“In light of this development, the university regrets to announce that the 140th Inaugural Lecture, originally scheduled for Thursday, 15th January 2026, and ongoing examinations have been postponed.

“A new date for the lecture and the completion of the examinations will be communicated to all stakeholders in due course.

“The university appreciates the understanding and cooperation of students, parents, and guardians on this matter.

“We urge all students to adhere to the new resumption date and prepare for a productive academic session.

“Parents and guardians are kindly requested to ensure their children/wards are aware of and comply with the revised resumption schedule.”

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Protest Rocks Ekpoma Over Incessant Kidnapping

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8 hours ago

January 10, 2026

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Residents of Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State on Saturday protested against incessant kidnappings in the area.

Ekpoma, in recent times has been under attack by kidnappers who snatched residents from their homes.

The protest grounded commercial activities as students of the Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, also joined in the protest.

The protesters, in anger, also pulled down campaign billboards for the 2027 general elections mounted in the university hosting town.

Speaking on the protest, Principal Security Officer to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Austin Eigbiremolen, assured that adequate security would be deployed to Ekpoma.

According to him, the kidnappers would be chased away from the area in no distance time.

Also reacting to the protest, Edo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, dismissed was top of the security situation in Ekpoma, adding the state Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, was already in Ekpoma.

Ikoedem said nine persons who were kidnapped on Friday were rescued unhurt after the Eagle Combat Drone Unit was deployed to the forest alongside local hunters.

“In the heat of the rescue operation, the kidnappers’ camp was located through real-time aerial intelligence.

“The ground troops stormed the camp, forcing the kidnappers to flee and abandon two locally fabricated AK-49 rifles.

“The victims, including five children were rescued unhurt. This landmark deployment underscores the transformative role of technology in modern policing and sets a new benchmark for operational enhancement in Edo State,” she said.

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Man, 49, Arrested For Allegedly Defiling 13-year-old Girl In Oyo

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10 hours ago

January 10, 2026

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Oyo State Police Command has announced the arrest of a 49-year-old man, Peter Adubi, in connection with the alleged defilement of a 13-year-old girl.

The arrest was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan by the Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade.

According to the statement, the suspect was apprehended after the victim’s guardian reported the incident to the police on January 8, 2026, at about 8:50 p.m.

Ayanlade explained that the guardian became concerned after observing unusual sexual-related behavioural changes in the minor.

Upon gentle questioning, the girl disclosed that she had been sexually abused in 2022 while living with her mother in the Molade area of Ibadan.

He said, “Upon receipt of the report, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect (Adubi) allegedly committed the offence during that period. This disclosure provided the basis for immediate medical intervention to establish the facts of the case.

“Consequently, the minor was taken to the hospital for a medical examination, which confirmed sexual abuse. This medical evidence strengthened the case against the suspect and guided the next steps in the investigation.

“As a result, the suspect (Adubi) was taken into custody. The crime scene was visited, and the case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Gender Desk, for a discreet and thorough investigation.”

The Police Command assured residents that justice would be diligently pursued and urged them to remain vigilant, reporting any incidents of sexual abuse promptly, as community cooperation is vital in safeguarding children and ensuring a safer society.