The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has initiated the second phase of the Christian Feeding Programme (CFP), aiming to alleviate economic hardship by distributing 56,250 bags of 10 kg of rice across the state. Joined by leaders and members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pentecostal Fellowship of […]
Fawaz Muhammad, Speaker of the Edo State Youth Parliament, urged young people to engage in violence-free demonstrations during the planned August 1–10 protest against economic hardship. At the inauguration of the second assembly of the Edo State Youth Parliament, Muhammad emphasized the importance of peaceful protest and cautioned against exploitation […]
Victims of the massive flood that swept through Igarra town, headquarters of Akoko Edo local Government area, are appealing for aid to mitigate their misery over the loss of their homes and businesses. The appeal of the victims whose case is being championed by The BraveHeart Initiative, a women led […]
The Edo State Government has expressed its heartfelt felicitations to His Royal Highness, Prince Dele Obaitan, on his historic ascension to the revered throne of Olososo of Ososo. In a statement, Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., pledged the government’s unwavering support to empower the traditional ruler in […]
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 […]