The wait is finally over as Rema, the global Afrobeats phenomenon, touches down in his hometown of Benin City, Edo State, ahead of his highly anticipated homecoming concert. Scheduled for Friday, August 30, 2024, the event promises to be an unforgettable experience, blending Rema’s signature Afrobeat-trap sound with the city’s […]
The Edo Queens, the state-owned female football team, have emerged as the victorious champions of the CAF Women’s League WAFU B Qualifiers. The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has enthusiastically congratulated the team for their outstanding performance. The Edo Queens’ journey to glory was nothing short of impressive. They […]
Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Engr. Marvellous Godwins Omobayo, has reaffirmed his position as the authentic second-in-command, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to his official duties as enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. During a solidarity visit from the leadership and members of three prominent transport unions in Edo State—the National Union of […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has officially handed over regulatory control of Edo State’s electricity market to the Edo State Electricity Regulatory Commission (ESERC). This transfer, effective immediately, marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s journey towards decentralized electricity regulation. NERC also issued mini-grid generation permits to several companies, including […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has announced the approval of gratuity payments to pensioners who retired in 2010 from the Local Government Staff Pension Board. According to a notice issued by Mary Omon Arewa, the Acting Secretary of the Local Government Staff Pension Board, the government has invited […]
The Edo State Government has granted approval to Jesuit Education Worldwide for the development of the first Loyola Jesuit University in Nigeria. This historic decision, spearheaded by the Ministry of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Development, is set to usher in a new era of academic excellence and innovation. […]
Edo State’s First Lady, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, has launched an innovative initiative to provide affordable electricity meters to 500,000 households across the state’s local government areas. This initiative aims to eradicate estimated billings, promote energy efficiency, and empower Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs). During the flag-off ceremony held in […]
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has signed a revised supplementary budget of ₦450 billion into law, paving the way for a significant boost to small businesses and capital expenditure in the state. During the signing ceremony at the EXCO Chamber in Government House, Benin City, Obaseki expressed his gratitude […]
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has announced that the Edo State College of Health Sciences and Technology (EDOCOHEST) will commence academic activities on September 9, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to boost healthcare education. During an inspection tour of the institution’s facilities in Benin City, […]
The Edo State Deputy Governor, Engr. Marvellous Godwins Omobayo, has reiterated his commitment to bridging the development gap between urban and rural areas, ensuring that citizens enjoy a better quality of life regardless of their political affiliations. During the commissioning of various micro-projects in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, Omobayo emphasized […]