The Edo State Head of Service (HOS), Anthony Okungbowa Esq., has officially inaugurated the organizing committee for the highly anticipated maiden edition of the HOS football tournament set to take place in Benin City. The eight-member committee, chaired by seasoned sports administrator Victor Edokpayi, boasts the expertise of FIFA-graded referee Faith […]
The government of Edo State has expressed its condolences to the victims of the unfortunate incident at the Ovia River bridge, pledging to take measures to avoid such incidents in the future. In a public announcement, the Commissioner for Roads and Bridges, Engr. Ethan Uzamere, stated: “We have allocated resources […]
The Acting Inspector-General (IGP) of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has issued an order for a group of policemen from the Edo State Police Command. The order comes after an incident where these officers ran over a handcuffed man with their police vehicle, which took place on Thursday. A video that made […]
In the realm of arts and culture, there are individuals who stand out, leaving an indelible mark. Honorable Aanena Jemitola, erstwhile Commissioner for Arts and Culture of Edo State, is one such remarkable individual. Her tenure under the governorship of Adams Oshiomhole witnessed groundbreaking initiatives that elevated the arts scene […]
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reported a tragic multi-vehicle accident on the Ore-Benin Road, resulting in the loss of 11 lives. This information was shared by the Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Bisi Kazeem, in a statement released on Thursday in Abuja. The statement detailed that the unfortunate […]
In the Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, the Afokpella community is in mourning following the tragic loss of two of its residents, Oyegwu Afoso and David Agbagie. The pair were reportedly killed by soldiers during a peaceful protest. The community had organized a demonstration to voice their […]
The John Odigie-Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) has formed a strategic alliance with Nexford University, a prominent online institution based in the United States. This partnership aims to transform digital learning by providing training and retraining opportunities for public and civil servants to enhance service delivery. Imuwahen Ajoonu, the Director […]
In a recent act of generosity, the Caridad Ernesto Empowerment Foundation, a non-profit organization, distributed food items to approximately 500 Muslims and gifted cows to traditional leaders in the Edo North Senatorial District of Edo. This was done in observance of the In a recent act of generosity, the Caridad […]
In an unprecedented move, the Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has ushered in a new era by enacting four pivotal bills, marking a significant shift in legal and developmental frameworks. The legislation includes the establishment of the Edo State Justice Sector Reforms and the Edo State Development and Building […]