The Edo State Muslim Pilgrim Welfare Board has announced the commencement of the airlift of intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage on May 14th, with an initial cohort of nearly 200 pilgrims scheduled to depart for Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made by the board’s chairman, Mallam Musah Muhammad […]
Edo Updates
Former Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Bank of Industry, Dr. Mansur Muhtar, has challenged Igbinedion University, Okada (IUO), to spearhead transformative reforms and revitalize Nigeria’s struggling higher education sector. Muhtar delivered the keynote address during the university’s 26th Founder’s Day Lecture on Saturday, calling for a reimagining of […]
In a move aimed at bolstering the growth of small businesses across the state, the Edo State Government has forged a strategic partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI) and LAPO Microfinance Bank to significantly expand access to crucial credit facilities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The announcement […]
The 2024/2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six is set to ignite this Saturday in Ikenne, Ogun State, as six of the league’s best teams battle for the coveted championship trophy. The tournament, scheduled to run through May 17, promises high-stakes competition and thrilling encounters. Defending champions Edo […]
The Edo State Police Command announced the successful rescue of 37 kidnapped victims, including the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Esan West Local Government Area, following a series of operations throughout the state. The announcement was made by Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, during a press briefing […]
In a significant political development, the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Mr. Blessing Agbebaku, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move, announced earlier today, dramatically shifts the balance of power in the state legislature. Mr. Agbebaku, who […]
Benin City is set to host the Nigerian Army’s 2025 Captain to Major written promotion examination, scheduled to take place from May 12th to 16th. Lt. Samson Akindutire, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Nigerian Army School of Supply and Transport (NASST), announced the development in a statement released on […]
Edo State’s sports development is undergoing a significant transformation thanks to the commitment of Governor Monday Okpebholo, according to Amadin Enabulele, Executive Chairman of the Edo Sports Commission. Enabulele made the comments during an inspection of Team Edo’s training camp at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, as athletes […]
The Edo State Government has firmly denied reports suggesting it is abandoning the use of educational tablets and the e-learning program, a cornerstone of the Edo Basic Education Sector Transformation (EdoBEST) initiative launched by the previous administration. The clarification was issued on Monday by Mrs. Ozavize Briggs, Executive Chairman of […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on Monday signed into law a bill establishing the Edo State College of Nursing, Health Sciences, and Technology, Udomi. The institution will be located in Esan Central Local Government and is expected to spur regional growth and create employment opportunities for Edo citizens. The […]