The Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki has issued a circular on cashless economy prohibiting government offices carrying out cash transactions from March 1st, 2023. Obaseki made this known on Thursday, February 9, 2023, during a workshop for senior civil and public servants on the State Government’s Code of Ethics […]
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The Edo State Ease of Doing Business Council has endorsed the State Business Enabling Reforms Action Plan (BERAP) 2023, paving the way for a more conducive business environment in the state. BERAP aims to enhance access to information, entrench transparency, strengthen regulatory frameworks, and upgrade infrastructure and security for local […]
The Managing Director of the Edo State Skills Development Agency, Mrs. Violet Obiokoro, has highlighted the positive impact of loans disbursed by the Edo State government and the Bank of Industry in promoting the growth of businesses operated by individuals living with disabilities in the state. Obiokoro revealed that the […]
In a heartwarming gesture, the Chinese Business Community in Edo State has generously donated food items worth N70 million to assist vulnerable individuals during the festive season. The donation, presented to the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie (ESQ) on December 21, 2022, forms part of the Edo State […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, received the South African Ambassador to Nigeria, Dr. Bobby J. Moroe, and the Embassy’s Vice Consul, Political, Ms. Busisiwe Dlamini, at Government House, Benin City, to consolidate discussions on intra-continental cooperation and investment opportunities in Edo State. Welcoming […]
Fashion is not just a means of clothing your body, it is the essence of personality and beliefs. Designers are well aware of the power they hold. Designers and designs for the season are much more appreciated at this time of the year; yes, it is the season of Christmas. […]
The Ministry of Digital Economy, Science, and Technology has taken a significant step towards accelerated development in Edo State by organizing a stakeholders’ meeting to shape a digital and technology policy. The meeting, held in Benin City, gathered Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), Civil Society Organizations, corporate organizations, and technology […]
In a bid to enhance competitiveness on the global stage, the Commissioner for Business, Trade, and Cooperatives, Afishetu Braimoh, has called on cooperative societies in Edo State to step up their performance. During a two-day training workshop organized by the Ministry of Business, Trade, and Cooperatives for cooperators in Edo […]
The Small and Medium Enterprises Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) through the National Skills Development programme has graduated 90 Edo Youth on various vocational skills. Speaking at the graduation ceremony in Benin the Commissioner for Business, Trade and Cooperatives, Hon. Afishetu Braimoh, said the goal of the Edo State Government is […]
The Echoes of Women in Africa (ECOWA) Initiatives and Women For Fairness and Equity Organisation (WEFON), in partnership with Urgent Action Fund Africa and the Edo State government, have embarked on a groundbreaking endeavor. Together, they have crafted a legislative bill that will pave the way for the first women’s […]