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From Prestige to Peril: Benin GRA Roads Become Commuters’ Worst Nightmare
Motorists and commuters navigating the Government Reservation Area (GRA) in Benin City, Edo State, are expressing deep frustration over the worsening condition of roads in the area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
With the rainy season at its peak and most streets lacking proper drainage systems, numerous roads are riddled with potholes, while others transform into large pools of stagnant water after heavy rainfall.
The situation has been exacerbated by increased traffic through the GRA, as commercial drivers now use it as an alternative route to avoid severely damaged portions of the Benin-Sapele Road. Many now detour via Country Home Road to link Sapele Road, further burdening already fragile roads in the GRA.
A survey of the area on Tuesday revealed widespread infrastructural decay. Boundary Road leading to Adesuwa Road and the airport becomes heavily flooded with every rainfall, often taking up to three or four days for the water to subside. Ihama Road is similarly affected and nearly impassable near the Adesuwa junction, while Akhionbare Road faces the same fate.
The scenario is no different along Giwa Amu Road from the Airport Road end and Gapiona Road, where floodwaters have created artificial lakes, forcing motorists to cautiously wade through treacherous waterlogged sections.
Roads around Commercial Avenue—including the vicinity of the Deputy Governor’s official lodge—as well as Golf Road by the 4th Brigade Headquarters, Aiguobaswin Crescent, and adjoining streets are also in a deplorable state. They are consistently riddled with potholes and become virtually impassable after rainfall.
Even Reservation Road, which leads directly to Osadebey Avenue and the Edo State Government House, suffers from recurring flooding, despite recent palliative works.
A commercial driver named Paul described the situation as dire:
“We have no choice but to use the GRA. Sapele Road’s Adesuwa and Limit Road junctions are so bad that if we continue using them, we’ll spend all our earnings on vehicle repairs.”
Another motorist, Osaro Osagie, said the condition of the roads has become a public disgrace.
“The rain has exposed the real state of the GRA. Even the road leading to the governor’s house is no longer motorable toward the Ikpokpan axis. The sloped section retains water, and past administrations’ efforts to fix it have failed. Hopefully, this government will find a lasting solution.”
He added that what should be a 20- to 30-minute journey now takes over an hour due to the deteriorated infrastructure.
Responding to the situation, Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Paul Ohonbamu, assured the public that the state government is committed to a comprehensive overhaul of the roads and drainage systems in the GRA.
He warned against rushing into temporary repairs without addressing the root causes of flooding and structural decay.
“Governor Okpebholo will not approve any haphazard interventions. When it’s done, it must be done right. The approach will be holistic,” Ohonbamu said.
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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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