The Commandant, slumped shortly after delivering his goodwill message at an event organised by the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) at the Bishop Kelly Pastoral Centre, Benin.

Gbenga was rushed to the Military Based Hospital, Benin, but was certified dead before his arrival.

The late commandant was among the personalities scheduled to receive awards at the event.

This is a developing story.

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You claim that the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS) is flourishing under the current administration. Let’s unpack that narrative with facts, shall we? Upon my assumption of the role as the Managing Director, EBS was in a state of utter disrepair. There was not a single operational vehicle for news coverage, rendering us virtually immobile. The newsroom was non-functional, and I was faced with the daunting task of activating our operations. To this end, I opened my own wallet, using personal funds to purchase fuel and necessary resources. The situation was, quite frankly, an embarrassment.

Furthermore, it’s staggering to consider that in today’s digital age, I have photos and videos showing editors and reporters typing news stories by hand—yes, writing on notepads with pen and paper! Not a single desktop computer could be found in the newsroom or even in my office, thus showcasing a complete failure of the previous administration to equip EBS for modern broadcasting.

Let’s address your claims regarding EBS’s power supply. Did you even bother to verify your statements with Ossiomo? The narrative that EBS was deliberately shut down during a governor’s visit is not only false but absurd. I have comprehensive documentation, including call logs and texts, evidencing our communications with Ossiomo about power delivery. The people of Edo know that EBS has consistently faced interruptions and challenges in broadcasting. As it stands, EBS is off the air due to prolonged neglect, not just scarcity of power. Sources inform me that the station “went down” a few days prior to the elections! Yes, EBS is no longer on Terrestrial! So, who is responsible for this, if not those in charge?

Your mention of generators and power enhancements is a smokescreen to mask the underlying issues. While you tout the purported benefits of being connected to the Ossiomo Power Plant, you conveniently ignore the fact that our broadcast capabilities have been hindered by the leasing out of one of the vital relay stations during the last administration. You claim success while the very infrastructure meant to ensure operational continuity has been allowed to rot or disappear altogether.

Moreover, let’s talk about the people—the 60 talented individuals hastily employed under the last administration who have yet to receive a single dime since their hiring in August 2024. Do you understand the weight of false hope you are compounding? This is not just administrative negligence; it affects lives! I, too, am grappling with their plight, exploring avenues to regularize their employment and ensure they receive their hard-earned salaries. Their continued wait is a scandal that should shame anyone who refers to themselves as a leader.

And let’s not ignore the egregious acts which occurred as the previous administration was winding down. I have reputable evidence indicating that valuable equipment, including DStv decoders and other resources, vanished during the transition. How can you hold up a façade of success while ignoring these serious breaches of trust and responsibility? One of those responsible for the disappearance of these items is now a serving Permanent Secretary. It is precisely this kind of negligence and mismanagement that we are trying to correct!

Your cavalier attitude suggests a profound lack of understanding of how to operate an effective media organization and a blatant disregard for the facts. EBS was built upon the vision and efforts of the exceptional individuals within it. Yet, under your regime, it has drifted towards dependency on government funding instead of the self-sustainability we all strive for.

I stand firmly committed to justice and the truth. My focus is on rebuilding EBS from the rubble left behind. My team and I are ready to tackle the monumental challenges head-on, but you must refrain from clouding our efforts with your unfounded attacks and misguided narratives.

The time has come for you to step aside and allow us to concentrate on the necessary hard work required to restore and elevate EBS. Truth and transparency should be our guiding principles as we seek to provide the people of Edo with the quality broadcasting service they deserve.

Let’s put aside the theatrics and engage in collaborative efforts aimed at advancing Edo. The challenges are real, and I invite you to join us in addressing them, rather than hiding behind a veil of deception and distortion.

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The transition team is expected to interface with the transition team of the outgoing administration.

In a letter dated October 10, 2024, Secretary to the State Government, Joseph Eboigbe, said, establishing the team will allow both parties to begin meaningful discussions and share vital information that will ensure a seamless transfer of responsibilities and continuity of governance.

Recall that in July 2024, the Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, had inaugurated a Member transition committee chaired by Mr. Joseph Eboigbe, to pilot the smooth transition of power and knowledge to the next administration.

The letter reads: “I hope this message finds you in great spirits. As we prepare for the transition of power, we believe it is crucial to establish a smooth and effective collaboration between your team and our current administration.”

“To facilitate this process, we invite you and your party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), to initiate the formation of your transition team at your earliest convenience.

“Establishing this team will allow us to begin meaningful discussions and share vital information that will ensure a seamless transfer of responsibilities and continuity of governance.”

The Secretary to the State Government noted:  “We are committed to providing you with the necessary support and resources to make this transition as effective and efficient as possible. Consequently, 14th October, 2024 is proposed for the inaugural meeting for members of both Transition Committees.”

“We look forward to your prompt response and to working closely with you and your team in the coming weeks. Together, we can set the foundation for a successful administration that meets the expectations of our constituents. Thank you for your attention,” he added.

The letter was received by an admin secretary at the Secretariat of the Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Mr. Joy Oyere, has not yet been responded to.

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Omotosho while delivering judgment in the suit, ordered that Shaibu be reinstated to office because the Edo State House of Assembly failed to comply with due process in impeaching him.

Justice Omotosho also set aside the appointment of the new Deputy Governor who replaced Shaibu.

The court held that the allegation on which the House of Assembly based the impeachment proceedings was untenable in law and did not constitute gross misconduct.

He ordered the Inspector General of Police to provide him with needed security to enable him to resume office and perform the functions of the office until the end of his tenure.

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Daily Dates Nigeria reports that the passengers waiting to board a train from the Igueben station to Warri in Delta State were allegedly kidnapped by herdsmen on Saturday evening.Many of the travellers were also reportedly injured.

The Edo Police Public Relations Officer, Chidi Nwabuzor in a statement explained that the abductors, armed with AK 47, invaded the train station and shot sporadically into the air before abducting scores of intending travellers into the bush.

The Command added that many of the passengers sustained bullet wounds, assuring that operatives were on the trail of the abductors with an aim to rescue those the kidnap victims herded into the bush.

The statement read, “This is to inform the gentlemen of the press that today, 7th of January, 2023 at about 1600hrs, unspecified number of herdsmen armed with AK 47 riffles attacked the train station at Igueben, Edo State and kidnapped unspecified number of passengers who were waiting to board the train to Warri.

“The kidnappers who shot sporadically into the air before kidnapping some passengers left some persons with bullet wounds. The Area Commander Irrua, DPO Igueben Division, and men have visited the scene of crime with members of the Edo State Security Network, local vigilantes, and hunters with a view to protecting the lives and property of the remaining passengers.

Bush combing operations have commenced in order to rescue the victims and arrest the fleeing kidnappers. Further developments will be communicated”, Nwabuzor stated.

The March 28, 2022 Abuja-Kaduna train attack resulted in the death of about 14 passengers and while 63 others were officially declared ab

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Community members in Uromi, Edo State, were on Tuesday, shocked after a man identified as Godwin Owin made a confession.

It was gathered that Godwin who claimed to have not been able to sleep for days, said he was responsible for his younger brother’s wife’s death.

A source reports, “He confessed to having been behind his brother, Blessing’s woes. Blessing and his wife, Patience, have been living abroad for so many years. They returned to Nigeria when things immediately went sour for them.

Godwin revealed he was behind their challenges and he killed Patience so she won’t be alive to inherit her husband’s properties when Blessing dies. After the confession, the community members decided to hand him over to their king instead of taking laws into their own hands.”

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The Supreme Court dismissed the suit alleging certificate forgery against the governor and candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2020 governorship election in the state, Daily Dates Nigeria.

In the run-up to the election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and one of its chieftains, Williams Edobor, had filed a suit against Obaseki at the Federal High Court, Abuja, alleging that the governor forged his Ordinary level (O’level) and university degree certificates which he tendered to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as part of his qualifications for the September 19, 2020, governorship election in Edo State.

The plaintiffs had asked the court to disqualify the first defendant, who won the election, in the event that he forged his university certificate obtained from the University of Ibadan (UI) in 1979.

However, in a judgement on January 9, 2021, the trial judge, Justice Ahmed Mohammed, held that the plaintiffs provided no iota of evidence before the court to establish that Obaseki forged either his O’level certificate or his degree certificate and therefore dismissed the suit.

Dissatisfied with the court’s decision, the APC had approached the Court of Appeal.

In a March 18, 2021, judgement, the appellate court held that the lower court was right in its findings and conclusions.

The court also held that the appeal lacked merit, and dismissed the suit accordingly.

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Ize-Iyamu was accompanied by Chairman, APC Caretaker Committee and Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, Governor of Kano State, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Governor of Kebbi State, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu.

The flag bearer is now in a closed door meeting with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha.

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