Heavy flooding in Akoko-Edo LGA, Edo State, has resulted in graves being washed away, over 20 houses destroyed, and the death of a motorcyclist.

A planned peaceful protest by the Akoko-Edo Development Association in Edo State, Nigeria, against insecurity and underdevelopment was disrupted by a rally supporting President Bola Tinubu.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nigeria has endorsed candidates for various political offices, including House of Representatives and State Assembly in Akoko-Edo, and presented a consensus governorship candidate for Ogun West.

Hon Peter Akpatason, former Deputy Majority Leader of the Nigerian House of Representatives, has announced his intention to run for a fifth term representing the Akoko-Edo federal constituency.