The Edo State House of Assembly convened its session promptly at 9:41 am today and proceeded with a decisive voting process that culminated in the impeachment of the state deputy governor, Philip Shaibu. With 18 out of the 20 present members voting in favour of the impeachment and one member […]
The Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA), in collaboration with the Carter Centre, recently organized a comprehensive workshop aimed at addressing Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in the state. The two-day event, which included the inauguration of the Edo State NTD Technical Advisory Committee, took place at the John Odigie […]
The Edo State Government, through the Edo State Oil Palm Programme (ESOPP), invites applicants for its innovative manpower development scheme. Geared toward nurturing a skilled workforce in the expansive oil plantation sector, this collaboration involves ESOPP, oil palm producers, and the Edo State College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. The […]
The Edo State Police Command has taken a firm stance against the unauthorized searching of citizens’ phones during routine patrols, labeling the act as “unprofessional conduct” and reiterating the ban on such actions. SP Chidi Nwabuzor, the command’s Public Relations Officer, emphasized this directive in a statement posted on the […]
In a heartwarming gesture, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the Governor of Edo State, has pledged unwavering support for budding artists within the state. His commitment aims to empower these artists, enabling them to compete effectively on the global stage. The occasion that marked this promise was a private lunch hosted by […]
In light of the solemn observance of Good Friday, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has extended a heartfelt message to Christians nationwide, encouraging them to contemplate the profound implications of the day. Good Friday, which heralds the Easter festivities, serves as a poignant reminder of Jesus Christ’s ultimate sacrifice […]
Women’s rights activist and Executive Director of Braveheart Initiative Ms. Priscilla Usiobaifo has been conferred with the award of Woman of Courage by the United States Mission Nigeria. The award certificate, dated March 27, 2024 and signed by David J. Greene, Charge d’ Affairs, a.i stated that the award was […]
In a generous act of support for journalism in Edo State, Governor Godwin Obaseki has gifted a 15-seater Toyota Hiace Bus to the local Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ). This gesture aims to bolster the union’s capacity to perform its journalistic responsibilities with greater efficacy. The official handover took place […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has announced the establishment of one of Nigeria’s largest coated calcium carbonate factories in Lampese, within the Akoko Edo Local Government Area. The Commissioner for Mining and Energy, Hon. Enaholo Ojiefoh, revealed that the factory is currently under construction and is projected to […]
The Edo State Government has forged a strategic alliance with LAPO Microfinance Bank to bolster small enterprises across its 18 local government areas. The pact, inked by Secretary Osarodion Ogie Esq. at the Government House in Benin City, heralds a new era of economic empowerment. Ogie, envisioning the pact’s transformative […]