Tourism has emerged as a leading economic sector worldwide and has boosted trade and opened up countries and geographic areas that lagged in economic development. For many countries, tourism is a significant vehicle for economic progress that generates employment, foreign exchange, tax revenues, and contributes to poverty alleviation. Tourism is […]
In a bid to curb the rising tide of cultism, Governor Godwin Obaseki has announced that the State Security Council will convene a meeting with leaders of tertiary institutions, youth organizations, religious groups, and other key stakeholders to devise sustainable solutions to the issue. This announcement was made during the […]
The Edo State government has unveiled the refurbished Auchi General Hospital and renamed it the Edo State University Teaching Hospital as it begins three-day free healthcare services to the people in the locality. The state Deputy governor Comrade Philip Shaibu, while unveiling the hospital on behalf of the state governor, […]
The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has taken a significant step towards addressing the issue of cattle and livestock control in the state. On Tuesday, he established an 18-member committee tasked with enforcing the state’s anti-grazing law. The committee was inaugurated at the Executive Council Chambers in the […]
The Edo State Government has expressed empathy with citizens over the challenges posed by the fuel subsidy removal, which has led to increased prices of goods and services. Governor Godwin Obaseki announced measures to alleviate the suffering, including a reduced workweek for civil and public servants. He said, “In the […]
Recently my attention was drawn to an online video where a man remarked that in some other parts of the world, when someone is in search of a job, some questions he may likely be asked include; what is your qualification? What can you do or what do you have […]
On Monday, June 12, 2023, young individuals from all 18 local government regions of Edo State will welcome State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, at the inauguration of the new executive team of the Edo State branch of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN). The event is set to occur at […]
The Edo State Civil Society Organisation (EDOCSO) took to the streets recently, expressing their strong disapproval of the fuel subsidy removal and urging the government to reconsider the move. The protest, which caused significant traffic disruption on the Benin-Lagos road, saw commuters forced to walk long distances to reach their […]
The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reiterated his dedication to transforming Edo into a cultural and tourism center in West Africa. This commitment was expressed during his inspection of the ongoing construction at the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA). In his words, “I am pleased that […]
The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has given his approval for the appointment of Obehi Aire Okafor to serve as the Acting Managing Director (MD) of the Edo State Tourism Agency. This was revealed in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., who […]