In a formal ceremony held on Tuesday, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State inaugurated six new commissioners, expanding the State Executive Council and enhancing the cabinet’s capabilities. The announcement was made by Mr. Umar Ikhilor, the Secretary to the State Government, in a statement issued from Benin City. The newly […]
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On Monday, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State officially inaugurated a new set of waste management equipment for the State Waste Management Agency, aiming to enhance its operations and promote a cleaner environment. This initiative forms part of the state’s broader commitment to sustainability and effective waste management. The event, […]
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has officially returned the case file concerning the suspended Edo State local government chairmen to the Chief Judge, Justice John Tsoho, for reassignment. This development comes after a suit was filed by 18 suspended chairmen against Governor Monday Okpebholo and […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 25 individuals suspected of involvement in internet fraud at a cybercrime training facility in Benin City, Edo State. The EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, disclosed this information in an official statement released on Friday from Abuja. The operation leading to the arrest […]
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has officially recruited 360 cleaners from the three senatorial districts. This initiative, announced by Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, the State Head of Service, underscores the administration’s commitment to people-centered governance. During a press briefing in Benin on Friday, Dr. Okungbowa outlined the rationale behind […]
Gele-Gele, a rural community located in the Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, has made a fervent appeal for immediate government action to tackle an alarming shortage of teachers in its two public schools. The community, known for its rich resources as an oil-producing area, is grappling […]
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has officially announced the appointment of Miller Dantawaye as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) for Kogi State and Betty Otimenyin for Edo State. This decision was communicated by Mr. Ikechukwu Ani, the Head of Press and Public Relations for the PSC, in a statement […]
The Edo State Skills Development Agency, commonly referred to as EdoJobs, has announced its ambitious plan to provide training for 25,000 youths across various skill sets in the current year. This announcement was made by the agency’s Managing Director, Mr. Kerimu Kelly, during a visit from the leadership of the […]
Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for governor of Edo State, has strongly denounced what he called “deliberate acts of violence and harassment meant to distract us from our mission” as the legal proceedings surrounding the contentious September 2024 election heat up. Ighodalo’s remarks came during a media […]
The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have traded blames on the shooting incident at the Edo Governorship Election Tribunal in Benin on Wednesday (today). A statement by the APC Chairman in Edo, Jarret Tenebe, described the incident as a “deeply disturbing and unacceptable act of […]