(MENAFN) At least 27 people have been confirmed dead and 16 remain unaccounted for following a deadly bus crash in central Benin early Sunday, local authorities reported. The vehicle, which was carrying 52 passengers, veered off course and fell...
NETHERLANDS, June 18 - News item | 18-06-2025 | 17:00 This week marks the return of 119 Benin Bronzes from the Netherlands to Nigeria. The official handover will take place on 21 June, at the National Museum in Lagos. The restitution is the result...
(MENAFN) Benin has strongly denied accusations that it is collaborating with Western countrires to support terrorist activities aimed at undermining the stability of Niger and the broader Sahel region. This area has been contending with extremist...
(MENAFN) Benin has firmly denied accusations suggesting that it is collaborating with Western nations to provide sanctuary to terrorists in an attempt to undermine Niger and the broader Sahel area. This region has been enduring a persistent...
(MENAFN) The Netherlands has given back 119 cultural relics to Nigeria, which include sculptures of people and animals, decorative plaques, ceremonial ornaments, and a historically significant bell. These pieces were taken from Nigeria more than...
HONG KONG, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the digital divide continues to pose significant challenges to educational development across many parts of Africa, CoinEx Charity is actively advancing its global philanthropic initiative, “Bridge to...
ABOMEY CALAVI, Benin, April 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the National Water Institute (INE) of the University of Abomey-Calavi in Calavi, Benin, limited internet connectivity has long hindered academic and research development. As a key center...
SLOVENIA, April 7 - “Benin is an extremely valuable partner for the EU in West Africa. This is reflected in our cooperation in various fields – from security, trade and green energy to infrastructure and human capital. We recognise and support...
Officials of the Edo State Police Command have foiled a kidnapping attempt along the Benin–Lagos Expressway and rescued a kidnapped woman in Ekpoma, in two separate operations carried out in the early hours of Saturday. The Public Relations...
The celebrant and Esama of Benin, His Excellency Sir Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, has officially cut his 91st birthday cake — a moment that drew admiration from all and marked the grand finale of a week-long celebration that brought Benin...
As a sign of traditional diplomacy and warm fellowship, His Majesty, Oba Abimbola Hakeem Owoade, the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, paid a landmark courtesy visit to the Honorary Romanian Consul to Edo and Delta States of Nigeria, His Excellency, Sir, Chief...
A young man identified as Onyema Etiebet has tragically lost his life following a fire outbreak at his residence located at House Number 14, Bensoo Street, off Medical Stores Road, Benin City. According to some occupants and neighbors in the area,...
Nigeria’s music scene has witnessed an undeniable wave of talent rising from Benin City, with names like Rema, Shallipopi, and Pluto’s very own Zerrydl proving that the ancient city is fast becoming a cradle of Afrobeats excellence.Now, another...
By John Ogunsemore The Edo State Police Command on Saturday foiled the attempted kidnapping of a driver and two passengers along the Benin–Lagos expressway. In a statement, spokesman of the command, CSP Moses Yamu disclosed that operatives of the...
Boni Yayi has ruled out a fresh bid for the presidency, saying he was only available as an elder to help ensure peace, stability and democracy in Benin. In a video message Friday, Yayi stressed the need for dialogue. Speculation was rife in Benin...
