The solicitors representing the 18 Local Government Council Areas (LGA) of Edo State have issued a stern warning to banks, urging them to refrain from tampering with their official accounts. The legal representatives have emphasized the critical importance of safeguarding the official accounts belonging to these councils, urging financial institutions […]
The Edo State Government has entered into a significant collaboration with E5 Energy Services Limited, a local energy firm, to establish a 100-megawatt hydropower station within the state. The memorandum of understanding (MoU), was disclosed by David Ashaolu, the Managing Director of E5 Energy Services Ltd., in a press release […]
The Gidigba Group, a prominent socio-political organization, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to direct the Inspector-General of Police to uphold the recent ruling regarding local government autonomy in Edo State. The statement, issued by the group’s convener, Solomon Idugboe, was distributed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on […]
Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo on Wednesday enacted two pivotal bills into law. The first of these legislative measures extends the retirement age for Magistrates from 60 to 65 years. The second bill expands the membership of the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC). During […]
The Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria has announced the launch of its first fibre-to-home internet connectivity project, developed in partnership with the West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC). This significant initiative was unveiled following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday in Abuja, […]
Dr. Eugene Maxwell, a prominent optometrist based in Warri, has issued a strong recommendation for individuals who frequently use computers to don protective eyewear to mitigate the risk of eye complications. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, Dr. Maxwell emphasized the potential dangers posed […]
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has announced a significant upgrade in the status of certain medical-related programs in Nigerian universities, elevating them from bachelor’s degree to doctoral status. This move is part of the commission’s ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and relevance of medical education in the country. The […]
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the recruitment of 5,000 teachers by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) as part of a strategic initiative to enhance the quality of education within the state. This announcement was made by the newly appointed Commissioner for Education, Dr. Emmanuel […]
The African Union Development Agency-New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) has announced an ambitious initiative aimed at bringing clean energy to one million homes in rural areas across Nigeria. This bold plan was unveiled by Mr. Jabiru Abdullahi, the National Coordinator of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, during an inaugural media event held […]
In light of recent developments concerning the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Ejike Oji, the Chairman of the Association for the Advancement of Family Planning in Nigeria (AAFP), has emphasized the urgent need for innovation within Nigeria’s health sector. His remarks came during an interview with the News Agency of […]