The Edo State Government has reiterated its determination to fully enforce the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) law, pledging justice for victims and stronger protection against abuse. Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah, made the declaration in Benin City on Wednesday. Represented by Mrs. Regina Iyoha, a leader at […]
Edo Updates
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovative programmes and strategic partnerships. Speaking at the 2025 SDGs Short Film Challenge and Awards dinner in Abuja, the wife of the governor, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo, highlighted the state’s […]
The Edo State Police Command has officially welcomed ASP Eno Ikoedem as its new Public Relations Officer (PRO), marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first female officer to hold the position in the command. Her appointment, approved by the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, was confirmed in […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fully implement the newly enacted Sanitation and Pollution Management Law, aimed at safeguarding public health and restoring environmental balance across the state. Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Mr. Nosa Adams, gave the assurance during a stakeholder engagement held on Sunday in […]
The Global Bridge Initiative has rolled out a new data-driven registration model aimed at supporting developmental planning in seven communities within Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State. Founder of the initiative, Mr. Chris Ojo, explained that the project is designed to provide government with accurate data that will […]
The Edo State Police Command has issued a stern warning to residents against the sale and use of fireworks during the yuletide, stressing that such activities remain prohibited under existing laws. In a statement released on Sunday in Benin City, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, described popular […]
The Edo State Government has intensified its crackdown on criminal activities with the demolition of properties allegedly tied to cult groups in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area. The action was confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday in Benin City by Patrick Ebojele, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday […]
The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Chief Blessing Agbebaku, has announced that the state government has procured eight bulletproof patrol trucks to strengthen security operations across Edo’s three senatorial districts. Agbebaku disclosed this during a high-level security meeting convened by the House on Friday in Benin City. […]
The Edo State Police Command has announced a series of intensified measures to strengthen security across the state during the festive season. Commissioner of Police, Mr. Monday Agbonika, disclosed the plans in Benin City on Friday, assuring residents that the command is fully prepared to safeguard lives and property throughout […]
Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc has brought festive joy to vulnerable children and displaced families in Edo State with donations of food items, beverages, clothing, and footwear worth millions of naira. The outreach, part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, took place on Friday at two locations: the […]