The Coalition of Registered Political Parties (CRPP) has expressed its disapproval of the recent amendments to the Edo State pension law for governors and deputy governors. The modifications, enacted by the preceding assembly, now extend to Speakers and Deputy Speakers, a move that the CRPP deems against the interests of […]
Edo Updates
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, congratulated the newly inaugurated Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA) members and emphasized the importance of a seamless executive-legislative collaboration to maintain the transformative reforms achieved by his administration over the past six years. During their visit to the Government House in Benin […]
On Tuesday, Godwin Obaseki, the Governor of Edo State, administered the oath of office to 15 new commissioners. He urged them to uphold the government’s mission to enhance the state’s residents’ quality of life and foster economic growth. The newly appointed commissioners include Ethan Osaze Uzamere, Christopher Nehikhare, Monday Osaigbovo, […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has urged Nigerians to keep faith with democracy despite setbacks experienced in the country’s democratic journey. Read the Governor’s speech below: As we mark this year’s Democracy Day, it is imperative to underscore the unwavering resolve of Nigerians to work collectively for the […]
On Thursday, the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA) cleared 15 commissioner nominees presented by the state governor, Godwin Obaseki. According to a letter to the state House of Assembly by the state government, Osarodion Ogie, the nominees were the first batch, with more names expected to be presented in […]
In a bid to curb the rising tide of cultism, Governor Godwin Obaseki has announced that the State Security Council will convene a meeting with leaders of tertiary institutions, youth organizations, religious groups, and other key stakeholders to devise sustainable solutions to the issue. This announcement was made during the […]
The Edo State government has unveiled the refurbished Auchi General Hospital and renamed it the Edo State University Teaching Hospital as it begins three-day free healthcare services to the people in the locality. The state Deputy governor Comrade Philip Shaibu, while unveiling the hospital on behalf of the state governor, […]
The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has taken a significant step towards addressing the issue of cattle and livestock control in the state. On Tuesday, he established an 18-member committee tasked with enforcing the state’s anti-grazing law. The committee was inaugurated at the Executive Council Chambers in the […]
The Edo State Government has expressed empathy with citizens over the challenges posed by the fuel subsidy removal, which has led to increased prices of goods and services. Governor Godwin Obaseki announced measures to alleviate the suffering, including a reduced workweek for civil and public servants. He said, “In the […]
On Monday, June 12, 2023, young individuals from all 18 local government regions of Edo State will welcome State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, at the inauguration of the new executive team of the Edo State branch of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN). The event is set to occur at […]