The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has unveiled a visionary Tourism Master Plan on Tuesday, signaling the state’s quest to become the preferred global tourist destination. With the implementation of this meticulous blueprint, the government aims to generate a staggering ₦2 trillion in revenue from the tourism sector over […]
A total of 19,538 out of the 52,013 eligible voters that registered during the Continuous Voter’s Registration (CVR) exercise in Edo State between June 2021 and January 2022 may not received their Permanent Voter Card (PVC), according to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The Head of Voter Education and […]
The Edo State Government is actively seeking strong collaboration from stakeholders in the pharmaceutical industry to establish a state-of-the-art pharma park. This initiative aims to promote the manufacturing of drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients within the state. Mr. Kelvin Uwaibi, the Managing Director of the Edo State Investment Promotion Office […]
The Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has warmly received a delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC), led by William Glenwright, the General Manager of Development. The meeting, held at the Government House in Benin City, highlighted Edo State’s commitment to sports and its crucial role […]
The Edo State Health Insurance Scheme (EDOHIS) has commenced the enrolment of Special Advisers (SAs) and Senior Special Advisers (SSAs) in Edo State South Senatorial District. This initiative is part of the ongoing mobile enrollment and enlightenment campaign conducted by EDOHIS. The event witnessed a tremendous turnout of political appointees […]
To meet its goal of having a technical college in each of the state’s eighteen local government areas, the Edo State Government is collaborating with the governments of Germany and Switzerland. On Monday, September 26, 2022, at the opening of five new Edo Jobs Centers throughout the State, Governor Mr. […]
Governor Godwin Obaseki on Monday, inaugurated state-of-the-art Edojob centers in Uromi and Uzairue, signaling a resolute commitment to fostering youth development and equipping them for global competitiveness. Developed through collaboration with prominent partners such as the German Development Agency and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, the centers aim to […]
Edo State Polytechnic, under the leadership of Professor Abiodun Falodun, has embarked on a significant technological upgrade, courtesy of a substantial investment from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). This initiative promises to revolutionize the campus with high-speed internet connectivity, propelling the institution into a new era of digital education and […]
The Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP) has received accolades for its efforts in rejuvenating the socio-economic and cultural vibrancy of Igbei in Auchi, located within the Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. Initially plagued by severe flood and drainage issues stemming from rapid urbanization, Igbei faced […]
The Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Business, Trade and Cooperatives has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, (MSMEs) in the State by setting up a Production Hub (Center of Excellence) in every Senatorial District to boost production in areas of competitive advantage. This was […]