Tag: Benin
Edo governor mourns death of Arewa adviser
The governor said the deceased was a dedicated public servant and a vital link between the Edo government and the…
Extra-time drama as Egypt sink Benin to land in AFCON quarter-finals
Seven-time champions Egypt booked their place in the quater-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after thrashing Benin 3–1 after…
DR Congo dig deep to edge Benin in tense AFCON Opener
The second half brought added drama when DR Congo thought they had doubled their advantage. Cedric Bakambu headed home from…
How Benin’s Foiled Coup Redefined Nigeria’s Regional Power
Beyond geopolitics, the Benin episode exposes deeper governance and security problems that produced the mutiny’s rhetoric. The putschists cited long-standing…
Benin coup attempt sparks swift military response from Nigeria
However, Benin’s government later claimed that the coup attempt had been stopped, saying only a small group of soldiers tried…
Regional force may be deployed as ECOWAS reacts to Benin Republic attempted ‘Coup’
The organisation described the incident as a serious threat to democracy and an unacceptable attempt to overturn the will of…
Historic Return: Celebration in Nigeria as US hands over two Benin artefacts
Olugbile Holloway, head of the NCMM, said the return was an important moment for Nigeria. He explained that the bronze…
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons edge Amazons, qualify for Morocco 2026
Qualification means Nigeria have the opportunity to not only defend their title in Morocco next year, but also aim for…
Osimhen fires Eagles ahead with early goal against Benin
Nigeria got off to a flying start in their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic, as star…
Super Eagles vs Benin: Starting XI revealed, fresh twist up front
Nigeria’s Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has announced his starting eleven for the decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier…
Panic in Benin as solar panel Ignites fire at Oba market
After inspecting the site, Iduseri said that only one shop was affected and that firefighters and security officers quickly contained…
Two brothers, 10 others jailed for internet fraud in Benin
They were arrested by operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, following credible intelligence that exposed their fraudulent…
Pump action rifle recovered as EFCC grabs 47 for internet fraud in Benin
Other items recovered from the suspects to include, six vehicles, mobile phones and laptop computers.
Six people killed as cult war resumes in Edo after two-month peace
One victim, George, who was a mechanic, was shot dead in front of his workshop on Oza Street on Monday…
Seven jailed for internet fraud in Asaba, Benin
Spokesperson for the EFCC, Dele Oyewale in a statement identified that suspects as: Precious Okeleke, Austine Iwuner, Saint Felix, Ododo…
Tension as CNG explosion rocks Benin, three injured
The explosion reportedly happened while filling CNG into the newly installed gas tank of an Audi vehicle, which was brought…
Benin man Ofure Akpolo jailed for $22,297.97 internet fraud
The charge against Akpolo reads: That you Ofure Prince Akpolo (m) on or about the the 3rd day of June.…
Edo election: Security operatives mount roadblocks in Benin
Security personnel in the wee hours of the day began stopping and searching vehicles at the roadblocks, as well asking…
Lookman hits double as Super Eagles deliver revenge, crush Benin
Lookman weaved through defenders before curling a shot into the left corner, beating the Benin goalkeeper to make it 1-0.
AFCON qualifier: Osimhen, Lookman, 21 others named in Super Eagles squad against Benin, Rwanda
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen is back in the squad while Captain William Ekong is also back, with Atalanta striker, Ademola…
CSOs protest in Benin, urge Tinubu to end suffering in Nigeria
Kola Edokpayi who led members of the group, stated this at a protest/rally organised by the organization in Benin, said…
Suspected cable thief electrocuted in Edo
The suspect had succeeded in cutting some of the cables before he got electrocuted. The incident drew the attentions of…
Naira scarcity: Angry customers lock up banks in Edo, barricade Ring Road
The aggrieved customers, mostly youths, also barricaded the entire Ring Road and its adjoining streets, thereby compelling motorists and pedestrians…
Victim of trafficking gets N5m compensation from trafficker
The payment to the victim of human trafficking followed the conviction and sentencing of her trafficker to seven years imprisonment…
Breaking: Petrol tanker catches fire, burns several houses, worship centre in Benin
“Though they put out the fire but not before several houses, shops and a church along the road have been…
Edo warns ritualists to stay off government facilities
Commissioner for information, Mr Chris Nehikhare, told newsmen in Benin on Friday that the government was particularly irked by the…
2 robbery suspects killed in Benin
Iwegbu said that the suspects were part of a gang of armed robbers that attacked Rubec Oil and Gas Station,…
Fuel price: ‘End hardship in Nigeria’ protest rocks Benin
The protest initiated by the Peoples Alternative Movement caused gridlock for hours at the King Square popularly knowns as Ring…
ICYMI: Benin court jails Madougou, President Talon’s opponent
Madougou was sentenced to 20 years in prison after a trial her lawyers denounced as a political hit job.
Female student shot by policeman in Edo
The students had on Wednesday prevented members of staff of the company from accessing the building complex.