Hundreds of market women in Edo State took to the streets to voice their opposition to the purported imposition of Pastor Mrs. Josephine Ebhaguejezele as Iyaloja of Edo Market, rejecting the move as unconstitutional. Led by the Chairman of Edo State Market Women Association, Mrs. Blacky Ogiamen, the protesters emphasized […]
The Edo State Government has debunked a fake protest notice circulating on social media, clarifying that it did not originate from Rev. Olu Martins, Deputy Director General for Media and Publicity of the PDP Campaign Council. In a statement, Commissioner for Communication and Orientation Chris Osa Nehikhare revealed that the […]
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has laid the foundation for the Edo State Polytechnic School of Mining and Management in Igarra, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, as part of his administration’s efforts to revamp the state’s education sector and boost its digital economy. At the event, Obaseki also launched the Digital […]
In a bid to enhance food production, the Federal Government has distributed 18,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers in Edo State ahead of the 2024 farming season. This initiative is part of a larger effort to provide 1,652 million bags of fertilizers to farmers nationwide. Mr. Bako Dogwo, State Chairman […]
The Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised serious concerns over a viral video where Governor Godwin Obaseki allegedly threatened that Nigeria would burn. In the video, Obaseki threatened to lead a nationwide uprising if the government fails to address the alleged targeting of his party […]
The reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu has vehemently denied involvement in the deadly attack in Benin that claimed the life of Police Inspector Akor Onuh. Shaibu, who has resumed duties from home, expressed shock at the accusation, emphasizing his commitment to a peaceful resolution. Shaibu revealed that he has filed […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has taken legal action, appealing the Federal High Court’s decision to overturn the impeachment of former Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu. The Assembly has also filed a motion to pause the judgment’s execution pending the appeal’s outcome. Earlier, on April 8, 2024, the Assembly had […]
Abuja’s Federal High Court delivered a landmark judgment on Wednesday, nullifying the impeachment of Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu. Justice James Omotosho’s ruling reinstated Shaibu to his former position, citing the Edo State House of Assembly’s failure to adhere to due process in their impeachment proceedings. The court deemed […]
The Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City will transform into a hub of sporting and business activities from July 15, 2024, as the 2024 National Division One Handball Premier League gets underway. In partnership with the Edo State Sports Commission, the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has secured the support […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Goodwin Obaseki has inaugurated a transition committee, chaired by former Finance Commissioner, Joseph Eboigbe, to ensure a smooth transition of power and knowledge to the next administration. The committee, comprising 20 members, was tasked with documenting the achievements of the current administration and creating a […]