The Edo State, Mr. Governor Godwin Obaseki, has unveiled the state Tier 4 data center, signaling a bold step towards embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for enhanced government efficiency. In a media address in Benin City, Governor Obaseki highlighted the state’s commitment to digital transformation, making Edo the first Nigerian government […]
In a significant move towards youth engagement and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, Honourable Tajudeen Alade Suleman, Chairman of the Akoko-Edo Local Government Council, has unveiled plans to prioritize sporting activities as a key component of his governance agenda. The announcement came at the grand finale of the 8th […]
Moses Ajayi, the president of the Ososo carnival, in this interview with JAYMS SMART, shed light on the vision to promote unity and togetherness among community members and visitors. With a lineup of exciting events and activities, Ososo Carnival 2023 aims to foster a sense of belonging and inclusivity. From […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has made a remarkable move by approving free health insurance for pensioners and members of the State’s Security Vigilante Network. The initiative aims to provide quality and affordable healthcare for senior citizens and improve universal health coverage for all residents. Under Governor Obaseki’s […]
The NG-CARES program under the Edo State government has disclosed that a total sum of N645 million grant has been distributed to 2,219 beneficiaries across the three senatorial districts of the State in the last two years. Led by Segun Majekodunmi, Director of Entrepreneurship Development at Edo State Skills Development […]
The Akoko Edo Local Government Council has embarked on the massive rehabilitation of internal roads within communities in the local government area. The exercise which began last week was extended yesterday to the four communities of Akuku, Ojirami, Akpama and Ayahoza . Chairman of the Council, Hon Tajudeen Alade Suleman […]
The body of late madam Abigail Olufunke Otaru, mother of Barrister(Mrs) Mary Opi member of the Select Committee of Akoko Edo Forum was Friday laid to rest at Ososo. The event which was attended by large numbers of well wishers and children of the deceased was preceded by a funeral […]
The Oba of Benin Palace in Benin City has decreed that no burial rites will be permitted during the upcoming Igue Festival. The festival, commencing on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, with the Ugierhoba Ceremony, holds great significance in the Benin tradition. The Secretary to the Benin Traditional Council (BTC), Mr. […]
On Monday, the Edo State House of Assembly made significant progress on a pivotal bill for financial autonomy, advancing it to its second reading. The proposed law aims to grant the State Assembly the financial independence it is entitled to, as required by Section 121 of the Federal Republic of […]