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 […]
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, encourages Christians to embrace Jesus’ Teachings on good Friday In a message commemorating Good Friday, Governor Obaseki urged Christians to embrace the principles of love, selflessness, and tolerance, as exemplified by Jesus Christ. The governor’s statement, marking the Christian holiday preceding Easter, emphasized the […]
The Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu, is calling for the complete adoption of the Edo State Sports Commission Law by local government councils throughout the state. At a dynamic meeting with the State Sports Commission, chaired by Yusuf Ali, along with Local Government Councils’ Liaison Officers and Heads […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has approved the automatic employment of First Class graduates of Edo origin in all Nigerian universities into the state’s civil and public service. The approval was conveyed by the Edo State Head of Service, Anthony Okungbowa Esq., who applauded the governor for the […]