
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has assured that temporary facilities for the Nigerian Army's 83 Division in Benin will be completed within two weeks, according to a report by Punch. The governor's pledge signals the state government's support for establishing the military division's presence in Edo. The commitment was made public on September 7, 2026, though further details on the project's scope were not disclosed.
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