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Monday Okpebholo sworn in as Edo State governor

Monday Okpebholo sworn in as new Governor of Edo State, ending Obaseki’s eight-years tenure

November 12, 2024

Monday Okpebholo was inaugurated as the new governor of Edo State, ending Godwin Obaseki's eight-year administration, in a ceremony in ...

Crime

Catholic priest abducted in Edo State

by Quadri Olaitan

October 28, 2024

Rev. Fr. Thomas Oyode has been kidnapped in Edo State while trying to protect students from armed gunmen. ...

Edo Governor-Elect halt loans during transition

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Edo Governor-Elect calls for halt on loans amid transition concerns

by Quadri Olaitan

October 17, 2024

Edo Governor-Elect, Monday Okpebholo, urges banks to stop loans amid allegations of looting by the outgoing administration led by Governor ...

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Tribal clash in Agenebode, Edo State, leaves multiple dead (VIDEOS)

by Rtn. Victor Ojelabi

October 14, 2024

A violent tribal clash in Agenebode, Edo State, has left several dead. Protests erupted after a boy was killed, leading ...

### Keyphrase: **Ofure Prince Akpolo Sentenced for Internet Fraud** #### Headline: Ofure Prince Akpolo Sentenced to Three Years Imprisonment for Internet Fraud #### Short Summary: Ofure Prince Akpolo was sentenced to three years in prison for his involvement in $22,297.97 internet fraud. The Edo State High Court convicted him after he pleaded guilty to retaining proceeds of crime. #### Detailed Story: A state high court in Benin, Edo State, has sentenced Ofure Prince Akpolo to three years imprisonment for his involvement in internet fraud totalling $22,297.97. Akpolo was convicted by Justice W.I. Aziegbemhin on September 24, 2024, after pleading guilty to a one-count charge filed by the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The charge accused Akpolo of illegally taking possession of the funds in his domiciliary account, knowing they were proceeds of cybercrime. Akpolo's counsel pleaded for leniency, arguing that he had shown remorse. However, the court convicted and sentenced him, allowing an option of a N500,000 fine. The court further ordered Akpolo to forfeit his phone and bank account balances to the Federal Government, as these were deemed proceeds of crime. The judge also mandated Akpolo to sign a written undertaking to be of good behaviour following his release. Akpolo’s arrest and subsequent prosecution by the EFCC marked the beginning of his journey to the Correctional Centre. #### Excerpt: Ofure Prince Akpolo was sentenced to three years for internet fraud and ordered to forfeit his criminal proceeds to the government. #### Tags: internet fraud, EFCC, Edo State, Ofure Prince Akpolo, cybercrime prosecution

Crime

Benin man Ofure Akpolo jailed for $22,297.97 internet fraud

by Quadri Olaitan

October 5, 2024

Ofure Prince Akpolo was sentenced to three years for internet fraud and ordered to forfeit his criminal proceeds to the ...

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Exploring the ancestry of Godwin Obaseki in the Benin Kingdom

by Quadri Olaitan

September 27, 2024

Godwin Obaseki's ancestry ties back to Chief Agho Obaseki, a significant figure during colonial rule in the Benin Kingdom. ...

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Edo state government alarms over arrest of PDP leaders, accuses APC of intimidation

by Quadri Olaitan

September 11, 2024

Edo State Government raises alarm over the arrest of PDP leaders, alleging APC involvement. Security agencies are urged to intervene ...

Edo State postpones school resumption due to fuel price hike

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Edo State postpones school resumption due to fuel prices

by Oreoluwa Ojelabi

September 9, 2024

The Edo State Government has postponed school resumption amid rising petrol prices, affecting parents and guardians. The Edo State ...

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Edo women demand apology from Adams Oshiomhole over remarks about Dr. Betsy Obaseki

by Oreoluwa Ojelabi

September 4, 2024

Women in Edo State demand a public apology from lawmaker Adams Oshiomhole over his controversial remarks about the state's First ...

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APC governorship aspirant Monday Okpebholo vows to remember supporters if elected governor

by Oreoluwa Ojelabi

April 25, 2024

Monday Okpebholo, a Nigerian businessman and politician who has been serving as the senator of Edo State under the APC ...

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