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Okpebholo Strengthens State-Owned Transport Service, Security Agencies With New Vehicles
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has commissioned over 56 new Toyota Hiace buses, for the state-owned transport service.
A government statement in Benin City on Wednesday has it that this is out of the 100 expected before the end of February.
It added that Gov Okpebholo also commissioned new Toyota Hilux vans and Prado Jeeps which his administration is distributing to security agencies in the State to fight crime.
It was gathered that Gov Okpebholo was joined at the event by Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon Dennis Idahosa; Minister of Works, Dave Umahi; former governor of Edo State Comrade Adams Oshiomole; Secretary to State Government, Musa Ikhilor; Chief of Staff Gani Audu; top government functionaries, party chieftains, heads of security agencies in the State, among others.
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The former governor and senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Oshiomole who unveiled the new 56 buses, 38 new Toyota Hilux vans and over 16 Prado Jeeps as security vehicles, also commissioned the new Toyota Hiace buses to be used as fleets for Edoline Transport Services.
Sen Oshiomole commended the Governor for his achievements in 100 days in office and said what he could not do as governor of the State, Okpebholo has done.
He noted that Edo people are experiencing efforts by the Governor to fulfil campaign promises.
He said, “Criminals are mobile and security agencies charged with the responsibility of fighting crimes in the State must be mobile to match the criminal. They can only do so with good vehicles which the Governor has made possible.
“I am happy that you are speaking less and doing more for Edo people as your actions will continue to speak louder than voices. These security vehicles have been equipped with communication gadgets as our security agencies have all it takes to fight the criminals.
“Those that borrowed so much money could not afford to buy a new vehicle for security agencies. I pray Edo people will gradually recover the lost time of the period of eight years. In 100 days, you have shown this greatness for Edo people.”
Sen Oshiomole commended the Governor for not purchasing the vehicles through MoUs or hired consultants.
He noted that the action of the Governor is a clear signal that Edo State is not a safe place for criminals to operate. “Some of your decisions have restored peace in the State as all live happily now. You have returned Edo back to the path of sustainable growth and development.”
At the commissioning of the buses for Edoline Transport Services, Comrade Oshiomole commended the courage, determination and bravery of Governor Monday Okpebholo to revive the State-owned transport service.
“I am completely short of words because of the action of the Governor to revive Edoline. I tried during my time but could not do it. I was able to revive the Edo City transport service (ECTS) which is basically intra-city which is popularly called Comrade Bus.
“To revive the Edoline set up when I was still in primary school and one of the legacies of our departed elder statesman, late Samuel Ogbemudia as governor, I could not believe that you have achieved this great feat. The spirit of late Ogbemudia will be smiling in heaven for this achievement that his legacy is kept alive by your government.
“This action will give the travelling public more choices and options in embarking on inter State travel. Individuals cannot hold Edo traveling public to ransom because they have a choice between the famous Edoline or any other traveling companies.”
Comrade Oshiomole apologized to Edo people for supporting Godwin Obaseki who ruled the State for eight years and commended Okpebholo.
“When President Bola Tinubu sees what you are doing for Edo people, he knows that you will deserve support to do more. You have to do more for your eight years and also fill the lost eight years of Obaseki as it requires double effort and resources.”
The Edo State Police Commissioner, Betty Enekpen Isokpen Otimenyin, commended the Governor for the vehicles distributed to security agencies to fight crime and criminality in Edo State.
“We thank the governor for matching words with actions by providing security agencies with these vehicles especially now that we are embarking on operation rescue at the instance of the State Government.
“We are embarking on this operation rescue in collaboration with other sister security agencies to operate in the three Senatorial District of Edo State as you will see our vehicles across the State protecting the lives and properties of Edo people.
“You will see us in Ubiaja, Uromi, Auchi, Oluku, Ringroad, Ramart Park and other areas in the State to ensure we create a peaceful and friendly environment for our people to live peacefully and thrive in all they do.”
After a series of delays, the House of Representatives ad hoc committee on Rivers State has finally held its much-anticipated meeting with the Sole Administrator of the state, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas.
The meeting, which took place in Abuja, comes as the House exercises its constitutional powers to assume the functions of the Rivers State House of Assembly, following the ongoing political crisis in the state.
In his opening remarks, Vice Admiral Ibas apologised for his inability to attend earlier scheduled meetings, citing the need for more time to settle into his new role.
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He told the committee that he is still acclimatising to the demands of his position and appealed for the lawmakers’ understanding as he prepares to provide a detailed briefing.
Shortly after his plea, the session went into a closed-door meeting, with journalists and observers asked to leave.
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Deji Adeyanju, a Nigerian activist and lawyer, has made explosive claims regarding the 2023 presidential election, suggesting that former Labour Party (LP) candidate Peter Obi and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) leader Rabiu Kwankwaso secretly supported President Bola Tinubu’s campaign.
In a post shared on his 𝕏 page Thursday, Adeyanju contended that Obi, who ran against Tinubu, would likely continue to support the president in future political endeavors.
He expressed certainty that Obi would decline any efforts to form a coalition aimed at challenging Tinubu in the next election.
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“I’m 100% convinced that Obi worked for Tinubu in 2023 and will do so again. I might be wrong, but I’m convinced in my mind about this,” Adeyanju wrote.
“Once a businessman, always a businessman. Those still in doubt will see the clear handwriting before 2027. He will refuse to join the coalition,” he continued.
Additionally, Adeyanju accused Kwankwaso of working in favor of Tinubu during the previous election.
He emphasized that for any opposition coalition to succeed in the 2027 race, figures like Obi and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar—another presidential hopeful—must step aside.
“For the coalition to succeed, all the self-centered politicians like Atiku & Obi should promise not to run and allow neutral folks to run against Tinubu,” Adeyanju proposed. “This is how to put the interest of the nation above personal interest,” he added.
The activist went on to criticize the culture surrounding Nigerian politics, describing it as an industry driven by opportunism.
He lamented the presence of “merchants” surrounding top politicians, accusing them of putting personal gain ahead of the country’s well-being. “The biggest industry in Africa is politics,” Adeyanju said.
“And those around popular politicians are all merchants. Once politics is around the corner, they are in business. Con men and women who just want to cash out.”
Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, attended his first National Economic Council (NEC) meeting today at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Ibas was appointed to the position by President Bola Tinubu following the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara in March 2025.
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The NEC meeting, which is being presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima, gathered a number of state governors and deputy governors from across the 36 states of Nigeria to discuss important national economic issues.
Among the notable figures in attendance was Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress.
Governor Oborevwori led the opening prayers at the meeting on the instruction of Vice President Shettima.
Other state governors present included Rev. Fr. Hycinth Alia of Benue State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazak of Kwara, Monday Okpebholo of Edo, and Bassey Otu of Cross River, along with several deputy governors.
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