The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to significantly improving primary healthcare (PHC) services throughout the state, ensuring equitable access to affordable and quality medical care for all local government areas. This pledge aligns directly with Governor Monday Okpebholo’s SHINE agenda, which prioritizes Security, Health, Infrastructure, Natural Resources and […]
Edo Updates
The Edo State Police Command has announced the arrest of 95 suspected cultists following a week-long operation aimed at curbing cult-related violence within the Benin metropolis. The crackdown also resulted in the seizure of multiple firearms and ammunition. According to a statement released Saturday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, […]
Corps member Monica Patrick donated 300 sanitary pads to fellow National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members at the orientation camp in Okada, Edo State, on Thursday. Patrick, a graduate of the University of Calabar currently serving in the state, organized the donation as part of her outreach initiative to promote […]
Edo Queens Football Club Head Coach Moses Aduku has declared his ambitious goal to lead the team to victory in the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League, alongside retaining the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) title. Aduku made the pronouncement at a media parley held in Benin City on Thursday. The […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State announced a new minimum wage of N75,000 for all state workers during his May Day address at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. The announcement signifies a significant increase from the previous minimum wage of N70,000, reflecting the governor’s commitment to improving the […]
The Edo State Government and Dangote Cement have committed to strengthening their collaboration to tackle operational hurdles and explore new investment prospects, following a high-level meeting held at the company’s Okpella plant on Wednesday. The Edo State delegation, led by Mr. Amen Odigie, Managing Director of the Edo State Investment […]
The Edo State Government has announced the removal of three traditional rulers across two local government areas for alleged violations of extant traditional and legal regulations. The announcement, made on Monday by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Umar Ikhilor, impacts traditional leadership positions in Etsako West and Etsako […]
The Office of the Edo State First Lady has lauded the Akoko-Edo Development Forum for its unwavering dedication to community development, particularly its focus on initiatives that empower women and girls within their locality. Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani, Coordinator of the First Lady’s Office, expressed her commendation during a meeting […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has declared open the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) 2025 Batch A, Stream I Orientation Course for corps members deployed to the state. The ceremony took place at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Okada, Ovia North-East Local Government Area (LGA). Representing the Governor, […]
The Office of the Edo State First Lady has commended Super FM Radio for its commitment to producing programs that uplift women and children in the state. Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani, Coordinator of the First Lady’s Office, expressed her enthusiasm during a meeting with representatives from the radio station at […]