The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Wednesday, 4 January 2023 inaugurated liaison officers for the 18 Local Government Areas of the State, at the Government House, in Benin City. According to him, the officers are to serve as his eyes and ears in their LGAs to keep […]
Akoko-Edo Update
Witnessing yet another remarkable milestone, Ososo, a captivating town in Akoko Edo local government area of Edo State, celebrated as Prince Dele Obaitan was installed as the esteemed High Chief Emawe of Ososo Kingdom. The colorful event unfolded in all its splendor on the 29th of November, 2023, captivating attendees […]
In a resounding victory for justice, the Igarra Chief Magistrate Court has handed down a 14-year prison sentence without the option of a fine to Dele Eric, a convicted rapist. Eric, part of a four-man gang that brutally assaulted and raped a young woman with a disability in the Ikpeshi […]
Activities marking the 35th coronation anniversary His Royal Highness Oba Idogu III ( J.P) OON, GBUGBULU GBUGBULU the Olokpe of Okpe kingdom ended on a joyous note for the community at the weekend following the promise of the Edo State government to rehabilitate and reconstruct the long abandoned road leading […]
Ososo PITO Development Foundation is set to host the 2023 edition of an unforgettable night of cultural immersion and talent showcase as the highly anticipated Project Independence to Ososo (PITO) Nite returns! Mark your calendars for the exhilarating 2023 edition, themed “Afekhafe (Home is Home),” taking place at the prestigious […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has inaugurated 75 Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs) for the Edo North Senatorial District. They include four SAs and twenty-one SSAs each from the three zones in the local government area. The inauguration took place at Igarra, the administrative Headquarters […]
The Chairman of Akoko-Edo Local Government area, Hon. Tajudeen Alade Suleman Esq, has kickstarted the distribution of relief materials to those affected by the recent floods in the area. The relief materials, comprising of essential food items and household equipment, are intended to address the immediate needs of the victims. […]
In a shocking turn of events in the Ogbeh community of Igarra, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, operatives from the Edo State Police Command have apprehended a 21-year-old man named Ononomeh Badamasi in relation to the untimely demise of a 52-year-old man, Orumidayo Awolowo. Confirming the arrest, the state Police Public […]
The National/House of Assembly Election Petitions Tribunal, seated in Benin, Edo State, affirmed the victory of Peter Akpatason, the House of Representatives member representing Akoko-Edo federal constituency. In a highly anticipated judgement of petition EPT/ED/HR/10/2023, brought by Omobayo Marvellous Godwin, the Labour Party candidate, Justice Yusuf Mohammed-led three-man panel dismissed […]
Barr Tajudeen Suleiman, the newly inaugurated chairman of Akoko-Edo local government area in Edo State, has emphasized that his administration will prioritize security to foster a conducive environment for development. Tajudeen, speaking to journalists about his agenda, emphasized that a secure environment would be the catalyst for a flourishing agricultural […]