Edo State
4 LAS News stories tagged “Edo State”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
Edo Governor Okpebholo says he will sign death warrants for four convicted kidnappers unless appeals are lodged
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State announced he will sign death warrants for four men sentenced to death for a Benin City market kidnapping if they do not file appeals within 30 days, underscoring his crackdown on kidnapping and related crimes.
LAS News Desk · 23 Oct 2026, 21:16 WAT · 3 sources
Edo and Jigawa authorities call for calm and strict Ebola precautions after new case in Nigeria
The confirmation of an Ebola virus disease case in Nigeria has prompted Edo State officials and the National Orientation Agency in Jigawa to urge residents to stay calm, follow hygiene guidelines and report any symptoms without delay.
LAS News Desk · 21 Oct 2026, 23:45 WAT · 5 sources
Edo Governor Okpebholo vows market reconstruction and trader aid after Oluku fire
Following a petrol‑tanker explosion that destroyed Oluku Market in Ovia North‑East LGA on 15 October, Governor Monday Okpebholo pledged to rebuild the market, support affected traders and hold the tanker owner accountable.
LAS News Desk · 16 Oct 2026, 18:45 WAT · 8 sources
Fire breaks out at Oluku Market, Benin City
A fire destroyed a row of roadside shops and stalls at Oluku Market in Benin City, Edo State, on Thursday afternoon, according to videos sent to LAS News.
Lawal Ayo · 15 Oct 2026, 15:30 WAT