In a show of support for the exemplary leadership and investment-friendly reforms in Edo State, civil society organizations in the state have enthusiastically endorsed the upcoming 2023 Alaghodaro Summit. The summit is scheduled to take place in Benin City from November 8 to 12, 2023. These organizations have pledged their […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has inaugurated 75 Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs) for the Edo North Senatorial District. They include four SAs and twenty-one SSAs each from the three zones in the local government area. The inauguration took place at Igarra, the administrative Headquarters […]
Parliamentary Staff Association Shuts Gates to Edo State House of Assembly, Demands Autonomy In a bold show of protest, members of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) in Edo State have blockaded the gates to the Edo State House of Assembly. This action comes after the expiration of the […]
In a heartbreaking incident, seven individuals tragically lost their lives in a boat accident on the Gelegele River, situated in the Ovia North East Local Government of Edo State. The victims were part of a group of 28 passengers journeying from Ofunama when the unfortunate event transpired. According to accounts, […]
The Chairman of Akoko-Edo Local Government area, Hon. Tajudeen Alade Suleman Esq, has kickstarted the distribution of relief materials to those affected by the recent floods in the area. The relief materials, comprising of essential food items and household equipment, are intended to address the immediate needs of the victims. […]
In July 2021, Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, initiated the state’s digital public procurement system. This innovative approach aimed to foster transparency and accountability in the state’s public procurements and supplier exchange. The significant progress in e-procurement has drawn interest from various national and sub-national entities looking to enhance […]
The Edo State Public Procurement Agency has been distinguished with the esteemed Nigeria Govtech Public Service Award, earning the title of Best State Ministry/Department/Agency (MDA). This sought-after recognition applauds the agency’s exceptional accomplishments in incorporating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into public procurement procedures, promoting increased efficiency, transparency, and accountability. […]
A physiotherapist Professor Matthew Olaogun, has said at least 78% of Nigerians aged 60 and older are at danger of developing Parkinson’s disease. He made this statement on Tuesday at the University of Medical Sciences in Ondo State, at the Association of Clinical and Academic Physiotherapists of Nigeria’s 7th Scientific […]
The Edo State government, has shown admirable commitment by starting the pensioner screening process in 1979 and continuing it through 2008. This significant move signifies the government’s commitment to fulfilling its promise to settle outstanding pensions and gratuities spanning 29 years. The five-day screening exercise, scheduled from Monday 16th to […]
The Edo State House of Assembly made significant strides in legislation on Tuesday, with the passage of the bill to enact the Edo State College of Health Sciences and Technology Law 2023. The bill sailed through successfully after the presentation and deliberation of the report by the House Committee on […]