A high-ranking delegation of Anglican clerics, led by His Lordship, Bishop Omeiza Ebenezer Saiki, Bishop of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Akoko-Edo Diocese, made a significant courtesy visit to the traditional ruler of Uneme Osu kingdom, Oba Fred Iyogun, IYOGU II, at his royal Palace on Saturday. The visit […]
Edo Updates
Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to bolstering food security and infrastructure development with a recent inspection of the Uwesan Farm Settlement in Esan Central Local Government Area and the Illeh, Akho, Irrua road project. The Governor’s visit to the Uwesan Farm Settlement underscored […]
The Edo State Emergency Management Agency (EdoSEMA) has launched an extensive on-the-spot assessment tour across the 18 local government areas (LGAs) of the State to strengthen disaster preparedness and response mechanisms. Led by the Executive Secretary of EdoSEMA, Hon. Jerry Idahosa, the initiative aims to identify communities vulnerable to environmental […]
The Edo State Government, has conducted a compulsory examination for Administrative and Executive Officers within the State and Local Government services to bolster the efficiency and morale of its civil servants. The initiative, spearheaded by the Office of the Head of Service through the Directorate of Human Resource Management and […]
As Christians worldwide celebrate Easter, Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has called on citizens to embrace the core tenets of love, selflessness, and sacrifice, as demonstrated by Jesus Christ. He emphasized the critical role these values play in fostering lasting peace and unity within the nation. In his Easter […]
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Edo State Command, has announced the deployment of 950 personnel and the establishment of mobile courts across the state to ensure a smooth and safe Easter holiday for travelers. The proactive measure aims to minimize road accidents and ensure adherence to traffic regulations during […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has deployed 1,900 prospective corps members to Edo State for the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream I service year, marking the commencement of their mandatory national service. Mrs. Frances Ben-Ushie, the NYSC Coordinator in Edo, announced the deployment in a statement released to the News […]
The Edo State Health Insurance Commission (EDHIC) has been awarded the Health Insurance and Managed Care Leadership Award of Excellence by the Institute for Health Insurance & Managed Care of Nigeria, marking a significant achievement for the state’s healthcare sector. The prestigious award, presented in Abuja, recognizes EDHIC’s impactful contributions […]
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo Command, has announced the deployment of 1,350 personnel across the state to ensure a safe and peaceful Easter celebration for residents. The announcement was made by the state commandant, Mr. Gbenga Agun, at a press conference held in Benin City on […]
The Edo State Government has announced the reintroduction of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise aimed at fostering a cleaner and healthier environment for its citizens. The initiative, scheduled to commence on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, will be held on the last Saturday of every month, between the hours of 7:00 […]