Afemai Development Summit over the weekend in Abuja made a passionate call for the creation of Afemai State, emphasizing the need for equity, justice, and fairness. The summit, which brought various issues to the forefront, emphasized the need for a special education trust fund to foster both economic and human capital […]
Edo Updates
The Edo State Government, through the Edo State Oil Palm Programme (ESOPP), invites applicants for its innovative manpower development scheme. Geared toward nurturing a skilled workforce in the expansive oil plantation sector, this collaboration involves ESOPP, oil palm producers, and the Edo State College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. The […]
The Edo State Police Command has taken a firm stance against the unauthorized searching of citizens’ phones during routine patrols, labeling the act as “unprofessional conduct” and reiterating the ban on such actions. SP Chidi Nwabuzor, the command’s Public Relations Officer, emphasized this directive in a statement posted on the […]
In a heartwarming gesture, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the Governor of Edo State, has pledged unwavering support for budding artists within the state. His commitment aims to empower these artists, enabling them to compete effectively on the global stage. The occasion that marked this promise was a private lunch hosted by […]
In light of the solemn observance of Good Friday, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has extended a heartfelt message to Christians nationwide, encouraging them to contemplate the profound implications of the day. Good Friday, which heralds the Easter festivities, serves as a poignant reminder of Jesus Christ’s ultimate sacrifice […]
In a generous act of support for journalism in Edo State, Governor Godwin Obaseki has gifted a 15-seater Toyota Hiace Bus to the local Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ). This gesture aims to bolster the union’s capacity to perform its journalistic responsibilities with greater efficacy. The official handover took place […]
The chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, Tony Aziegbemi, has been released by his abductors after an 11-day captivity. Aziegbemi returned to his residence around 3 a.m. on Tuesday following negotiations with the abductors. His family had been contacted on Friday, with a ransom demand of […]
The Federal High Court in Abuja made a pivotal decision on Wednesday, rejecting an attempt to halt the impeachment process launched by the Edo State House of Assembly against Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu. Despite an oral plea from Shaibu’s legal representative, Prof. Olawoyin Awoyale (SAN), for the court to maintain […]
Following the distressing incident of the abduction of the Edo State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Tony Aziegbemi, by a group of armed individuals near his residence in the Government Reservation Area of Benin City, the capital of Edo State, actions have been swiftly initiated to address […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has issued a summon to the heads of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) and the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), demanding an explanation for the persistent power outages plaguing the state. This action follows a pressing public concern brought forth by a member […]