Voices in the Smoke: Inside the Oba Market Women’s Protest
Olotu Ekundayo On the morning of 18 November 2025, Oba Ovonramwen Square in Benin City woke up to something louder than the usual market banter. It was the sound of….
Category: Features
Silent Struggles: The Mental Health Crisis Among University Students
By Olotu Ekundayo. For many young people, gaining admission into university represents the beginning of freedom, growth, and opportunity. Yet, behind the cheerful photos, lecture halls, and graduation dreams lies….
FG, States, LGs Smile to Bank As Nigerians Grunt
…earn N41.85trillion in 33 months …Nominal growth in revenue misleading — Economists … More funds, more pains – Opinion By EDITOR Disputably, the three tiers of government, especially the states….
20 Yrs After, Gravesite of Bellview Plane Crash Victims Echoes in Neglect
By EDITOR It’s two decades since the Boeing 737-200 operated by Bellview Airlines, carrying 111 passengers and six crew members, crashed into Lisa, a quiet community in Ifo Local Government….
EDO APC CONVENTION: The Imminent Battle Between Jarret Tenebe and Lawrence Okah
By David John, Dr. Michael Osarunmwense The upcoming Edo All Progressives Congress (APC) Convention has sparked intense interest as two of the party’s key figures, Jarret Tenebe and Lawrence Okah,….
Ex-Deputy Speaker, Oligbi-Edeko Calls for Establishment of Esan Security Trust Fund
By Simeon OSAJIE The immediate past Deputy Speaker of Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA)Ex-Deputy Speaker, Oligbi-Edeko Calls for Establishment of Esan Security Trust Fund FROM IKHILI EBALU, BENIN CITY….
Special Adviser On Education, in Edo State, Barr. Vincent Akhere Eulogizes His Boss, Governor Monday Okpebholo At 55
By Simeon OSAJIE The Special Adviser to the Executive Governor of Edo State, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo On Education and the State Co-ordinator of Akpakomiza-Denco Neighbour-To-Neighbour Movement, Hon. Barr. Vincent….
Ekosodin Community Is Drowning And We Can’t Pretend Not to See It
By The9jaTREND When it rains in Ekosodin Community in Ovia North-East local government area of Edo State, it doesn’t just rain water, it rains frustration, neglect, fear, and helplessness. The….
How The Nigerian Union Of Journalists Is Complicit In Stifling Media Freedom In Nigeria
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) acts as a powerful voice for journalists. This independent trade union protects journalists’ rights, negotiates better working conditions, and promotes ethical standards within Nigerian media…the NUJ….
Deadly Cancer Turns Nollywood Legend to ‘Beggar’
By The9jaTREND Popular Nollywood actor, Stanley Ontop, has taken to social media to appeal for financial support on behalf of veteran actor Sir Tom Njamanze, who has reportedly been diagnosed….