Redeveloped West Africa field set for first oil within months

Oslo-based junior Lime Petroleum has spudded the first development well on its Seme oilfield revival project offshore Benin, a month later than planned. Lime, which is owned by Singapore-listed Rex International, aims to bring Seme back on stream...

Shaibu, Medical Experts Laud UBTH CMD At Valedictory Session

Former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Philip Shaibu and medical experts in Edo State on Friday paid glowing tribute to the outgoing Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Professor Darlington Obaseki....

After signing new deal, Southampton loan out younger brother of Benin City-born forward

With a statement on the official website, Southampton have announced that Nigeria-eligible striker Princewill Ehibhatiomhan has joined Swindon Town on a season-long loan, subject to EFL approval. Princewill is the younger brother of Benin...

NCAA harps on safety culture, capacity building at Benin retreat

The Director-General, Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo has called for a more safety consciousness in the nation aviation industry. Najomo made the call in Benin at the opening of a 3-day retreat organised by the...

How MCC is Addressing Energy and Poverty in Benin

NEWTON, Massachusetts — Benin, located in West Africa and bordering the Gulf of Guinea, is home to approximately 14 million people. According to the World Food Program (WFP), 70% of those citizens reside in the southern quarter of the country....

Hidden Power Costs Strangle Benin Businesses, Study Reveals

Backup generators and voltage stabilizers consume nearly half of electricity spending for Beninese businesses, according to new Clean Air Task Force research. The study exposes how unreliable grid power forces firms to spend 44% of their energy...

Kebbi to boost trade ties with Benin, Niger

The Kebbi State Government has unveiled plans to construct the Ka’oje–Maje road, a strategic highway expected to boost trade and ease movement between Nigeria, Benin, and Niger Republic. Governor Nasir Idris made the pledge on Friday during an...

Yusuf Eyes Ligue 1 Glory With Coton FC After Settling In Benin

Former Super Eagles Coach Confident Ahead of New Challenge Former Super Eagles Head Coach, Salisu Yusuf, has exclusively told Completesports.com that he has settled down at his new club, Coton FC of Cotonou, and is presently “arranging” the team...

47 suspected internet fraudsters nabbed in Edo

No fewer than 47 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State have been arrested by the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. The EFCC disclosed this in a statement on X handle on Friday, noting that a pump action...

Russell Wilson's wife Ciara becomes first descendants of enslaved Africans to receive Benin citizenship under historic new law

Ciara has made history by becoming one of the first to receive Beninese citizenship (Getty Images) Grammy-winning singer Ciara has made history as one of the first high-profile individuals to receive citizenship from Benin through a groundbreaking...

Your legacy is etched in the history of UBTH…NIS DG Shaibu to Outgoing MD Professor Obaseki

The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports, H. E. Comrade Philip Shaibu has described the outgoing Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Professor Darlington Obaseki as a man of...

‎MISSING PERSON: ‎Edo State Police Command Declares One Peace Eguaoje Missing

In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer Edo State Police Command CSP Moses Joel Yamu,One Peace Eguaoje who resides at Number 6,Lawani Street off Iyaro Benin City left home on the 31st of July,2025 to an unknown destination....

Social Dance Held In Benin City To Honour Pa. Noruwa Lawson

PRESERVING EDO LANGUAGE: 3rd Edition Of Edo Language Day Worldwide Marked In Benin City

The third edition of Edo Language Day worldwide has been marked in Benin City, the Edo state capital. The event, held at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, was an opportunity to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Benin people. Jonah Omorowa...

Nigeria exports 6% of generated power to Benin, others for strategic, economic reasons — ECN

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) says electricity exports to neighbouring countries such as Benin Republic account for about six per cent of Nigeria’s generation and are linked to strategic and economic considerations. Director-General of...

Why Nigeria Exports Electricity To Benin Republic, Others Despite Shortfall — Energy Commission Boss, Abdullahi

As Nigeria grapples with persistent energy challenges despite its vast renewable potential, the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) says it is stepping up efforts to drive a sustainable energy transition to renewable options. In an interview with...

Odumegwu-Ojukwu Visits Nigerian Citizen In Benin Republic Prison

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has visited Benjamin Egbaji, a Nigerian pastor in incarceration for two years in the Republic of Benin following complications in litigations against him. This was disclosed...

PRESERVING EDO LANGUAGE: 3rd Edition Of Edo Language Day Worldwide Marked In Benin City

Why Nigeria shares electricity with the Benin Republic – Energy commission boss

The Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, says the country’s decision to supply electricity to neighbouring nations like the Benin Republic is a strategic move, not merely a commercial one.Speaking in an...

Benin City Residents Applaud Government’s Crackdown On Illegal Revenue Collectors

Residents of Benin City have expressed widespread relief and support following the Edo State Government’s decisive ban on unauthorized revenue collection by various unions and associations, including NURTW, ANNEWAT, RTEAN, Drivers on Wheels, and...