In a significant move to enhance data-driven decision-making, Joseph Eboigbe, the Commissioner for Finance, Budget, Economic Planning and Development, has advocated for the creation of the Edo State Bureau of Statistics (ESBS). Represented by Mr. Bernard Aigbe, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, at a key event, the Commissioner underscored […]
On Friday, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the governor of Edo State, demanded that the federal government act quickly to address the state of the crumbling Benin-Auchi-Okpella Road in order to reduce insecurity in the region. The call was made by the governor following a security meeting at Government House in Benin […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, Thursday, hosted key players in Nigeria’s private sector, including Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of conglomerates, members of the diplomatic corps and other stakeholders in the investment community to a business dinner in Lagos. The dinner was organized by Alaghodaro Economic Summit Ltd/GTE to […]
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has passionately urged for a revolutionary shift in human resourcing and personnel development towards transforming the nation’s health care system. During a momentous meeting with the newly elected President of the World Medical Association, Dr. Osahon Enabulele, on Wednesday, 19 October, 2022, at the […]
In a move to streamline marriage certifications, the Edo State Government has announced its intention to compile and distribute a list of officially sanctioned places of worship permitted to conduct marriages. This list will be shared with various embassies to ensure that only certificates issued by licensed institutions are recognized […]
The Edo State Government has joined hands with PharmAccess Foundation, a renowned Dutch non-profit organization, to provide comprehensive training to healthcare providers and evaluators within the state. The ultimate aim of this collaborative effort is to enhance the quality of primary and secondary healthcare facilities across all 18 local government […]
The Edo State Government introduced the cutting-edge fleet management software, “Mega Connect”. This initiative aims to enhance cost-effectiveness and maximize the utilization of the State’s vehicular assets. By implementing this innovative solution, the government plans to reduce fuel and maintenance expenses, ensure equitable distribution to all State Ministries, Departments, and […]
The Edo State Government, in partnership with the Teen on Fire Leadership Initiative (TFLI), has organized the Teen Leader Shift Conference for pupils and youths in the state. The event which was held at the Festival Hall, Government, Benin City, was the maiden edition of the conference tagged: “My Nation, […]
The Edo State Government recently organized a farm produce exhibition to commemorate the 2022 World Food Day, emphasizing its commitment to supporting over 200,000 farmers across the state in a bid to enhance food security. Hon Stephen Idehenre, the Edo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, reiterated the government’s […]