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Video: Fight Breaks Out At Imo Collation Centre

There was chaos at the Imo State Collation Centre in Owerri, the state capital, as party agents kicked against Orsu LGA results, describing them as ‘manufactured’
The aggrieved party agents argued that no election was held in Orsu LGA and alleged that the results were “manufactured” and demanded cancellations.
In the course of the argument, a visibly aggrieved Labour party agent stood up in protest and was attacked by some yet-to-be-identified persons who also whisked him out of the collation centre.
Video: Fight breaks out at Imo collation centre pic.twitter.com/OKPerxLav3
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However, the state Returning Officer of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the election, Prof Abayomi Fashina, was able to ensure order in the process and insisted that the collation will proceed.
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Presidential Pardons Undermine Rule Of Law, Says Amnesty

International human rights organisation, Amnesty International Nigeria, has faulted the pardons granted by President Bola Tinubu to 175 individuals, noting that granting clemency to persons convicted of human rights crimes prevents reparations of victims.
Country Director of Amnesty International, Isa Sanusi, in a statement on Tuesday, said the association was “deeply concerned” by the pardons granted by President Tinubu, noting that the way the exercise was carried out seemed to prioritise the perpetrators, rather than access to justice and effective remedies for victims and their families.
“We are deeply concerned by the clemency and pardons granted by the government of President Bola Tinubu to some persons convicted of human rights crimes, as the pardons for these crimes prevent reparations for victims.
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“The way and manner Nigerian authorities carried out the exercise seemed to prioritise the perpetrators instead of access to justice and effective remedies for the victims and their families,” the statement partly read.
Tinubu had on Friday, October 10th, 2025, granted pardons to 175 convicted persons, including Herbert Macaulay, Ken Saro Wiwa, former Minister of the FCT in the Babangida regime, Major-General Mamman Vatsa (retd), among others.
However, controversy trailed the release of the full list of persons who received the presidential prerogative of mercy, after it was discovered that the list also included the names of convicted drug offenders, and several others jailed for various crimes, including Maryam Sanda, who was convicted in 2020 for killing her husband, Bilyaminu Bello.
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Amnesty argued that the government’s actions had the potential to undermine the rule of law, prevent the emergence of truth, and entrench impunity for human rights crimes.
Sanusi, therefore, called on the President to reconsider the pardons for those who were convicted of human rights crimes and ensure the rights of victims and their families.
“The actions of the government have the potential of undermining the rule of law, preventing the emergence of the truth, the determination of guilt or innocence by a court and reparations for victims, as well as entrenching impunity for human rights crimes.
“President Bola Tinubu should reconsider his government’s pardons for those convicted of human rights crimes and uphold and ensure the rights of the victims and their families,” he stated.
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JUST IN: Osimhen Shines In 4-0 Rout Of Benin To Raise W’Cup Hope

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have defeated the Cheetahs of the Benin Republic 4-0 in the decisive 2026 World Cup qualification at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo.
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick and second-half goal from substitute Frank Onyeka were enough to give Nigeria three points against Benin in its quest to qualify for the World Cup.
Although the goals were not enough to give Nigeria the qualification ticket, as leaders, South Africa secured three points by beating Rwanda 3-0, qualifying for the World Cup tournament in the United States of America, Canada, and Mexico in 2026.
There were four changes from our win over Lesotho. Ndidi leads the team tonight. Simon makes his 85th appearance. Osimhen partners with Akor Adams up front.
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Nigeria’s Line-up vs Benin Republic: 23. Stanley Nwabali (GK); 2. Benjamin Fredrick, 3. Zaidu Sanusi, 4. Wilfred Ndidi (C), 6. Semi Ajayi, 9. Victor Osimhen, 11. Samuel Chukwueze, 15. Moses Simon, 17. Alex Iwobi, 20. Akor Adams, 21. Calvin Bassey.
Substitutes are: Adebayo, Ekong, Arokodare, Onyeka, Onyemaechi, Abdullahi, Obasogie, Uche, Moffi, Olusegun.
As the match kicked off, Victor Osimhen scored in the third minute courtesy of an assist from Samuel Chukwueze.
The Cheetahs of the Benin Republic are also pushing for an equaliser in the 12th minute of the match, but the attack was stopped by Calvin Bassey.
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As of 14 minutes into the game, ball possession is Nigeria 58% and Benin 42%. While both teams are on one short on target each.
In the 22 minutes, Osimhen almost converted the cross made to him in the box, but unfortunately was defended by a calm Beninoise defender.
In the 38th minute, Osimhen doubles the lead courtesy of another Samuel Chukwueze’s cross into the box. It is now 2-0 in favour of the Super Eagles.
The Egyptian referee who serves as the first official for the game has added five minutes of extra time.
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Benin Republic began the kick off into the second half to put pressure on the Super Eagles.
Osimhen, again, again and again. The Super Eagles forward hit a hat-trick in the 51st minute.
The Super Eagles come knocking on the Cheetahs’ door again in the hunt for a fourth goal, but the effort was wasted by Wilfred Ndidi in the 68th minute.
However, the resilient Nigerian squad came knocking again after substitute Onyeka fired a shot past the Beninoise goalkeeper to make it four goals to nil in the 90th minute.
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JUST IN: Okpebholo Assigns Portfolios To Commissioners, Makes Major Reshuffle

The Edo State Government has announced a sweeping restructuring of its ministries as part of a comprehensive reform aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency and aligning with the Federal Government’s structure.
In an official statement released by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, it was disclosed that Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved the reorganization to ensure that his administration’s SHINE Agenda aligns seamlessly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
As part of the restructuring, new ministries have been created while some previously defunct ones have been revived, bringing the total number of ministries in Edo State to twenty-eight (28).
According to the statement, the reform is designed to strengthen governance, improve coordination across key sectors, and boost the government’s capacity to deliver effectively on its mandate to the people of Edo State.
Below is the list of approved ministries and their respective commissioners:
Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy – Pending
Ministry of Works – Hon. (Dr.) Felix Ehiguese Akhabue
Ministry of Mining – Hon. Andrew Ijegbai
Ministry of Information and Strategy – Prince Kassim Afegbua
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Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs – Hon. Paul Nosayaba Ohonbamu
Ministry of Business, Trade and Investment – Omoh Anabor
Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security – Dr. Jerry Uwangue, FCISM
Ministry of Livestock Development – Prof. Omorodion Ignatius Ikponwosa
Ministry of Environment and Sustainability – Hon. (Barr.) Nosa T. Adams
Ministry of Health – Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomhole
Ministry of Education – Dr. Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu
Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development – Dr. Lucky Eseigbe
Ministry of Lands and Housing – Hon. Yakubu Oshiorenua Musa, JP
Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy – Ohimai Ehijimetor
Ministry of Science and Technology – Hon. Etin-Osa Ogbeiwi
Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation – Dr. Washington Osa Osifo
Ministry of Youth Affairs – Hon. Charity Amayaenvbo
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Ministry of Women Affairs – Eugenia Abdallah
Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation – Barr. Marie Olabisi Idaomi
Ministry of Power – Barr. Usenbo Paul Ehigie
Ministry of Oil and Gas Resources – Barr. Vincent Osas Uwadiae
Ministry of Finance – Engr. Emmanuel Okoebor
Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning – Dr. Elizabeth Ebosele
Ministry of Transportation – Hon. Saturday Uwuilekhue Idehen (JP)
Ministry of Justice – Prof. Roland Itoya Otaru, SAN
Ministry of Labour and Productivity – Godwin Afekokhe Eshieshi
Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations – Hon. (Barr.) Kenneth Okoruwa Ihensekhien
Ministry of Public Security and Safety – Hon. Ebea Festus Odianosen
Governor Okpebholo reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to good governance, economic transformation, institutional efficiency, and inclusive development, stressing that the reforms reflect his vision of building a more responsive and people-centered government.
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