Monday Okpebholo
NigeriapoliticianMale6.4Global Dominance: 0.00%Monday Okpebholo is the governor of Edo State, Nigeria, and has been involved in efforts to enhance security within the state. His administration has provided logistic support to the police, contributing to the successful rescue of the Onogie of Udo-Eguare, thereby demonstrating his commitment to public safety and governance.
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Monday Okpebholo mocked Ademola Adeleke during an APC campaign rally in Osun State.
Dancing Doesn't Affect My Work as Osun GovernorNigeria· 2026-08-11
Monday Okpebholo is the governor of Edo State who visited Osun ahead of the election.
Residents Hide Party Colours Amid KillingsNigeria· 2026-08-09
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo was praised for his humility and simplicity in governance.
Ooni Hails Okpebholo, Ododo for Humility, Good GovernanceNigeria· 2026-08-06
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo urged Edo indigenes living in Osun State to support the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Oyebamiji.
Okpebholo Urges Edo Indigenes to Vote OyebamiNigeria· 2026-08-06
Governor Monday Okpebholo mandated a visit to assess the damage caused by the unrest.
Edo probes worker’s death after factory unrestNigeria· 2026-08-01
The operation was led by the Principal Security Officer to Governor Monday Okpebholo.
Four Suspected Cultists Arrested in Egbaen CommunityNigeria· 2026-07-28
Governor Monday Okpebholo intends to channel proceeds from the sale of Edo House into the construction of a new International Conference Centre.
Edo House Sale in Lagos Sparks ControversyNigeria· 2026-07-27
Governor Monday Okpebholo is committed to tackling cultism and encouraged the former cult member to use his experience to help others.
29-year-old renounces cultism, surrenders pistolNigeria· 2026-07-17
Governor Monday Okpebholo's administration is committed to working for the development and well-being of Edo people.
Oshiomhole Backs Death Penalty for Kidnappers in EdoNigeria· 2026-06-29
Governor Monday Okpebholo's administration is committed to improving the welfare of Edo residents through development projects.
Oshiomhole Backs Death Penalty for Kidnappers in EdoNigeria· 2026-06-28The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, reiterated his commitment to establishing zero tolerance for drug trafficking in the state.
Edo Declares Zero Tolerance for Drug TraffickingNigeria· 2026-06-26
Governor Monday Okpebholo is ready to explore tourism assets in Edo State to promote hospitality and create employment.
Edo to Create Jobs, Boost Hospitality Through TourismNigeria· 2026-06-25
He is the Governor of Edo State and the Chief Press Secretary Patrick Ebojele disclosed the incident in a statement.
NSCDC Edo nabs two over abduction, sexual assault of minorNigeria· 2026-06-24
Governor Monday Okpebholo led other security agencies on a raid of criminal hideouts in Edo North Senatorial District.
Edo Security Raids Hotel, Arrests 14 Over Cult KillingNigeria· 2026-06-21
Governor Monday Okpebholo was informed about the arrests made by the Special Security Squad.
Edo Security Arrests Youth Leader, Others for CultismNigeria· 2026-02-16
Governor Monday Okpebholo directed the special squad to ensure a thorough investigation into the killing.
Man killed in Edo State over park ticket sale proceedsNigeria· 2026-02-15
Governor Monday Okpebholo has handed over 10 brand new patrol vehicles to security agencies operating in the district.
Okpebholo boosts Edo security with 10 patrol vehiclesNigeria· 2026-01-17
Monday Okpebholo is the new governor who supports the Oba and promised to investigate the museum project.
Neues Museum in Nigeria: Eklat statt Benin-Bronzen
Switzerland· 2025-11-12
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the reintroduction of Edo languages into the school curriculum across the state.
Okpebholo to revive teaching of Edo languages in schoolsNigeria· 2025-10-16
Governor Monday Okpebholo was called upon to fulfill his constitutional responsibility as the state’s chief security officer.
8 NSCDC Officers Killed in Edo: Stakeholders Demand ActionNigeria· 2025-09-07
Governor Monday Okpebholo launched 'Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists' to combat cultism in Edo State.
9 Suspected Cultists Arrested in Edo State RaidNigeria· 2025-09-04
Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has paid tribute to the late Dr Solomon Ehigiator Arase.
Gov Okpebholo Mourns Former IGP Arase's PassingNigeria· 2025-08-31
Monday Okpebholo, the Edo State Governor, intervened to rescue victims of a highway crash.
Edo Governor Rescues Crash Victims on Benin-Auchi HighwayNigeria· 2025-08-31Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has launched ‘Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists’ to combat insecurity in the state.
Edo Governor Unveils Squad to Fight Kidnappers, CultistsNigeria· 2025-07-13
Governor Monday Okpebholo declared the judgment as the beginning of a fresh chapter of development in Edo.
Ighodalo Challenges Supreme Court RulingNigeria· 2025-07-11
The Supreme Court of Nigeria affirmed Senator Monday Okpebholo as the Governor of Edo State.
Supreme Court Affirms Okpebholo as Edo GovernorNigeria· 2025-07-11
Governor Monday Okpebholo’s SHINE agenda aims to improve the health sector through capacity building, infrastructure development, and technology integration.
Edo Health Insurance: Prioritizing Patient-Centered CareNigeria· 2025-07-06
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State is one of the governors adopted as a sole candidate for the 2027 governorship elections.
APC South-South Backs Him for 2027Nigeria· 2025-07-05
The Governor of Edo State, His Excellency Monday Okpebholo, graced the occasion as special guest of honour.
Flood Mitigation & Economic BoostNigeria· 2025-07-04
Governor Monday Okpebholo polled 291,667 to defeat Asue Ighodalo in the governorship poll.
Supreme Court Verdict – APC vs PDPNigeria· 2025-07-03
