Bridging The Local Information Communication Gap Between People Places & Events In Edo North.
Kadiri, J.E. |Bode, Edo State. In a harrowing tale of survival, Yakubu Disiru Odefo, a hunter from Bode community, has escaped from the clutches of kidnappers who abducted him alongside Rev. Fr. Philip Ekeli, a Catholic priest; Peter Andrew, a seminarian; and another individual. Odefo’s escape on Tuesday has shed light on the grim…
️ Kadiri, J.E. | Auchi, Edo State. In a troubling development, armed men suspected to be kidnappers abducted two individuals in the late hours of Wednesday in Auchi, the headquarters of Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. The victims, identified as Sunny an automobile mechanic and his mother-in-law, were reportedly taken from…
Kadiri, J.E. | Agbede, Edo State. A devastating accident on the Benin-Auchi Expressway has resulted in no fewer than eight fatalities, with several others sustaining injuries. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday evening at Agbede, in the Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, involving multiple trucks, one of which was reportedly owned by…
Residents of Aviele community were thrown into panic on Sunday night as unknown gunmen, suspected to be kidnappers, invaded the area, causing chaos and inflicting injuries on unsuspecting victims. The armed criminals were reported to be moving from street to street unchecked, leaving a trail of fear and pain in their wake. According to reports…
In a shocking development, kidnappers who abducted Rev. Fr. Philip Ekeli, a Catholic priest, and Peter Andrew, a seminarian, have demanded a ransom of N200 million, a gun, and the release of two of their gang members in exchange for the victims’ freedom. The abduction took place on Monday night at St. Peter Catholic Church…
In a harrowing incident that unfolded late Monday night, a young man identified as Olamide Exchange (the Chief Judge of Azomode) and his family narrowly escaped an attempted kidnapping incident by suspected armed criminals. The terrifying encounter occurred around 11pm along Warrake Road, near Water Tanker Street, leaving the family shaken but alive. According to…
A Call for Collective Responsibility in the Face of Progressive Regression By: Jeremiah Enaholo Kadiri jeremiahkadiri@gmail.com 23/02/025 This morning, Sunday the 23rd of February, as I pushed through my workout, my mind wandered into the depths of concern for our beloved community -Auchi Sacred Kingdom. My heart quaked with fear for our future, and…
Nestled in the heart of Edo North, Auchi Sacred Kingdom stands as a beacon of hope and unity. A melting pot of cultures, traditions, and aspirations, this vibrant community thrives as a testament to Nigeria’s potential for harmony and growth. Under the enlightened reign of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Aliru H. Momoh, Ikelebe III, Auchi…
As the heavens opened their gates and the first rain of 2025 descended upon Auchi, the atmosphere was thick with a mix of irritation and agitation. For property owners in gully-ravaged areas, this rainfall was not a welcomed blessing but a harbinger of doom. Year after year, these residents watch helplessly as the land beneath…
No fewer than 3 people are currently feared dead following an automobile accident that happened at Igbira Camp in Auchi, the headquarters of Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. The accident occurred on Sunday when a Lexus ES350 vehicle crashed into an okada (motorcycle), resulting in a devastating impact. The crash, which took…
