The Nigerian Observer

The Nigerian Observer is a daily publication based in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. This newspaper has been in circulation since May 29, 1968. It is published by Bendel Newspapers Company Limited, which is owned by the government of Edo State.

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Edo Attorney General Hails Governor Okpebholo’s Efforts in Enhancing Security

1 week ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Mike Osarogiagbon

The Edo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Samson Osagie, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration for its significant progress in the security sector towards improved safety of lives and property of the people of the State. Dr. Osagie made this statement while hosting members of the Edo Security Corps, Uhunmwode Chapter, in his office.
Another Set of Armed Travellers Intercepted in Edo, Weapons Recovered

1 week ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Mike Osarogiagbon

Operatives of the Edo State Security Network (ESN) have intercepted four armed travellers in Benin City, recovering guns, ammunition, and other dangerous weapons from the suspects. The individuals, identified as Yusuf Abdulkarim, Mujaheed Garba, Shittu Idris, and Jamilu Habibu, were said to be journeying from Doguwa in Kano State to Uvbe Community in Orhionwon Local Government Area of Edo State when they were arrested at Ikpoba Hill, Benin City, the state capital.
Edo govt to reclaim illegally acquired farmlands – Dep Governor

2 weeks ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Bernadette Idalu

BY BERNADETTE IDALUThe Edo State Government has vowed to revoke all farmlands illegally acquired through proxy companies, a move aimed at restoring ownership to indigenous farmers and ensuring transparency in land administration. This declaration was made by the Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, during a courtesy visit to the Edo State Government House where he met with members of the Association of Cocoa Farmers.
EDSG Verifies Oil Well Ownership Claims in Orogho

2 weeks ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Bernadette Idalu

By Bernadette IdaluThe Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on behalf of the Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, embarked on a fact-finding mission to Orogho Community in Orhionmwon Local Government Area on Friday, April 4, to investigate claims that Seplat Energy Plc had ceded Edo State-owned oil wells to Delta State.
Man Hacks Brother To Death During Argument In Edo

4 weeks ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Mike Osarogiagbon

By MIKE OSAROGIAGBON Tragedy struck in Uzalla Community in Uhumwode Local Government Area of Edo State, when a 34-year-old man, Ijayi Omokaro, allegedly killed his elder brother Friday Omokaro,38 during a heated argument, last Tuesday. According to reports, the deadly altercation began in the afternoon, about 3:30 PM, when the two brothers engaged in a violent dispute, which escalated dramatically, and in a fit of rage, Ajayi allegedly grabbed a machete and hacked his brother to death.
Idahosa informs Ovia North-East constituents of approved road projects

1 month ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Bernadette Idalu

BY BERNADETTE IDALUThe office of the Edo State deputy governor was thrown into a festive mood on March 24, 2025 as members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Ovia North-East Local Government Area paid a solidarity and courtesy visit. During the visit, Hon. Dennis Idahosa informed the party faithful and local chieftains that Governor Monday Okpebholo, in his commitment to uplifting the economy and infrastructure, has approved two major road projects for the area.
INEC Receives Petition to Recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

1 month ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Caroline Ameh |Ese Amadasun |Mike Osarogiagbon

By Caroline AmehThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received a petition from constituents of Kogi Central Senatorial District demanding the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. A copy of the petition, obtained by The Nigerian Observer, shows that over 250,000 constituents signed the document—surpassing the 50 percent threshold required to initiate a recall process out of the district’s 480,000 registered voters.
956 Nigerians Evacuated from Libya in First Quarter of 2025 - NiDCOM

1 month ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Ese Amadasun |Mike Osarogiagbon

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has disclosed that 956 Nigerians were evacuated from Libya in the first quarter of 2025. The operation was carried out with the support of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nigeria and the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCRMI).
IGP Warns Policemen Against Unlawful, Prolonged Detention

1 month ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Mike Osarogiagbon

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has issued a strong warning to all officers of the Nigeria Police Force against unlawful and prolonged detention, particularly in relation to pre-trial detentions. He said any officer found to have violated constitutional provisions of human rights would face serious consequences.
Rivers Crisis: SERAP drags Tinubu to court over suspension of Fubara, Deputy, Lawmakers

1 month ago | nigerianobservernews.com | Tobore Jerome |Mike Osarogiagbon

By Tobore Jerome The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has drag President Bola to court over what it describes as the “unlawful suspension” of the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara; his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Recall that on Tuesday March 18th, 2024, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the oil-rich state and suspended the governor and other elected officials for an initial period of six months.