The Edo State Government has launched a recertification exercise for all petrol and gas stations in Benin City and its surroundings. The exercise aims to ensure that the operators have the necessary permits to run their facilities safely. The Commissioner for Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Development, Isoken Omo, announced […]
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The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has issued a rallying cry to the executives of the Benin Golf Club, urging them to forge stronger partnerships with the organized private sector and other stakeholders to ensure the club’s sustained success. During a visit to the Government House in Benin City, […]
The Edo State Government has reiterated its commitment to continuous investment in the state’s education sector, promising to work with teachers and other stakeholders to enhance the quality of learning in all schools in the state. Edo State Head of Service, Anthony Okungbowa Esq., made the pledge when he hosted […]
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has urged religious groups, individuals and businesses in the state to care more for the disabled people in their communities. He made this plea when he hosted the board and members of the Network for the Advancement of People with Visible Disability (NAPVID) at […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has directed the immediate dissolution of all members of the vigilante group in Inikorogha, Ovia South-West Local Government Area of the state accused of supporting illegal wood loggers and other criminal elements in the area. Obaseki gave the directive after a fact-finding mission […]
The Edo State Government has announced plans to embark on a comprehensive building recertification campaign in Ugbor, Ogheghe, Amagba communities, and surrounding areas to prevent building collapse and ensure public safety. Commissioner for Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Development, Isoken Omo, urged the public to collaborate with ministry officials during […]
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Human Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has recorded over 500 convictions since the first conviction in 2004, according to Barrister Nduka Nnanwenne, the agency’s new zonal commander. This was revealed by Barrister Nnanwenne at a stakeholder meeting for the Africa Network for Environment and […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reshuffled the committee to enhance the state government’s response to the outbreak of Lassa fever epidemic. The Commissioner for Health, Prof. Obehi Akoria, revealed this while briefing journalists after the weekly Edo State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting led by Governor Godwin Obaseki, […]
The governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has announced his intention to partner with the federal government on the management of the Okomu National Park, to restore the park and enhance security in the area. Obaseki made this known on Thursday when he met with the Conservator of the […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has slammed the National Assembly for rejecting 5 bills seeking affirmative action and inclusion for women in politics and other spheres of the society. The governor, in a statement, said: “The recent developments at the National Assembly, in which 5 bills seeking affirmative […]