The Nigerian University Games Association has announced that the 2023 NUGA trials for athletes to the World University Games will be held in Edo State, in partnership with the University of Benin. The trials are set to take place in Benin City, the capital of Edo State, from May 8 to May 14. According to a statement from NUGA’s Acting Secretary General, Chidiebere Ezeani, the trials will take place at Benin City’s Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and include seven sports: badminton, judo, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, and tennis. Along with fresh competitors vying for a position on the Nigerian squad competing at the World University Games, the tournament will showcase athletes who excelled at the 26th NUGA Games. “We have the best facilities in Nigeria, and we are happy to host NUGA and university athletes” said Philip Shaibu, the deputy Governor of Edo. “We also want to develop sports from the ground up, and this is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment.” Prof. Lilian Salami, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, stated […]
The Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has appointed a dynamic 12-member organizing committee for the highly anticipated Edo State Secondary Schools Games. This strategic initiative is part of the State Government’s comprehensive sports development strategy aimed at nurturing young talents and fostering a vibrant sports culture. […]
The final burial rites of Olososo of Ososo, His Royal Highness Oba Anselm Adeloro Obaitan, Ichama 11, JP, will hold this week. A statement signed on behalf of the Ugbedu Ruling Family by Prince Bamidele Obaitan, Edo State Honourable Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism stated that the rites will […]
The Edo State Government has planned to construct nine parks and gardens in locations across Benin City, the state capital. The planned construction is pursuant to the State Government’s beautification plan, the Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Engr. Osasere Evbuomwan, said in a statement. He urged members of the public […]
The Edo State Government has issued a warning to locals not to purchase or use the 5 mg Norvasc pills made by American pharma manufacturer Viatris Inc. after iron wires were found in samples obtained from the shipment. Prof. Obehi Akoria, the Edo State Commissioner for Health, stated in a […]
In a continued endeavor to clean up the healthcare system and get rid of quacks, the Edo State Government has sealed the Selaf Specialist Hospital in Uromi, Esan-North-East Local Government Area. The hospital was overrun by representatives of the Edo State Ministry of Health, who were led by the Directors […]
In a bid to combat deforestation and forest degradation, the Edo State Government has joined forces with the Federal Government, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the Global Environment Facility (GEF). This collaboration aims to foster environmental sustainability and ensure the effective management and utilization of forest […]
On Friday, April 14, 2023, the MIND Initiative, a group of young influencers dedicated to promoting good governance and environmental sustainability, launched the Edo Youth Agenda (EYA) at their Governance Hall in Benin City. This innovative initiative aims to guide the government on youth-related matters and empower young people to […]
The police officers in Benin city, Edo State, have arrested two suspected kidnappers, Joel Emazor (31) and Philip Roberts (30) over the abduction of Albert Igbinomwanhia (31) in Benin City, Edo State. The Edo Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Chidi Nwabuzor, while parading the suspects on Wednesday, said they were […]
On Wednesday, the Edo State Government presented relief materials to victims of a fire incident in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area (LGA) and Owan Community in Ovia North-East (LGA), among others. The Permanent Secretary, Directorate of Special Duties and Rapid Response, Gilbert Egwakhide, while distributing the materials to […]