BENIN CITY, EDO — Governor Monday Okpebholo is facing a wave of criticism from residents of Benin City following allegations that his administration selectively installed streetlights to illuminate the venue of a family burial ceremony while the rest of the street remains in darkness.
The controversy erupted on Sunday, May 10, after videos surfaced online showing newly installed solar streetlights concentrated specifically around the area hosting the Governor’s family event.
“Just Enough for a Burial”
Witnesses and residents who…










