December 24, 2025 - The Postcard

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Gov Okpebholo Expresses Deep Sympathy to Otaru, Auchi Community after Deadly Tanker Fire

The Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed deep sadness over the tragic fire incident that occurred in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area, following the fall of a petroleum tanker which resulted in a fire outbreak involving several vehicles. Governor Okpebholo described the incident as painful and unfortunate,...

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Gov. Okpebholo Delivers on Recruitment Promise as Edo CSC Conducts CBT for Agric, Environmental Officers

The Edo State Civil Service Commission on Thursday conducted a Computer-Based Test (CBT) for shortlisted candidates seeking employment as Agricultural and Environmental Officers, in a recruitment exercise described as a clear demonstration of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to practical governance. Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Sam Oko-Ose, mni, who addressed journalists at the CBT...

Health

Lassa fever claims195 lives in 2025 – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says Lassa fever claimed 195 lives across 21 states by Epidemiological Week 49 of 2025, representing a case fatality rate of 18.2 per cent. The NCDC disclosed this in its latest Lassa Fever Situation Report for Epi Week 49, covering Dec. 1 to 7, 2025, released...