The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has initiated the second phase of the Christian Feeding Programme (CFP), aiming to alleviate economic hardship by distributing 56,250 bags of 10 kg of rice across the state. Joined by leaders and members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pentecostal Fellowship of […]
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Fawaz Muhammad, Speaker of the Edo State Youth Parliament, urged young people to engage in violence-free demonstrations during the planned August 1–10 protest against economic hardship. At the inauguration of the second assembly of the Edo State Youth Parliament, Muhammad emphasized the importance of peaceful protest and cautioned against exploitation […]
Hundreds of market women in Edo State took to the streets to voice their opposition to the purported imposition of Pastor Mrs. Josephine Ebhaguejezele as Iyaloja of Edo Market, rejecting the move as unconstitutional. Led by the Chairman of Edo State Market Women Association, Mrs. Blacky Ogiamen, the protesters emphasized […]
In a bid to enhance food production, the Federal Government has distributed 18,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers in Edo State ahead of the 2024 farming season. This initiative is part of a larger effort to provide 1,652 million bags of fertilizers to farmers nationwide. Mr. Bako Dogwo, State Chairman […]
The reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu has vehemently denied involvement in the deadly attack in Benin that claimed the life of Police Inspector Akor Onuh. Shaibu, who has resumed duties from home, expressed shock at the accusation, emphasizing his commitment to a peaceful resolution. Shaibu revealed that he has filed […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has taken legal action, appealing the Federal High Court’s decision to overturn the impeachment of former Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu. The Assembly has also filed a motion to pause the judgment’s execution pending the appeal’s outcome. Earlier, on April 8, 2024, the Assembly had […]
Abuja’s Federal High Court delivered a landmark judgment on Wednesday, nullifying the impeachment of Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu. Justice James Omotosho’s ruling reinstated Shaibu to his former position, citing the Edo State House of Assembly’s failure to adhere to due process in their impeachment proceedings. The court deemed […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Goodwin Obaseki has inaugurated a transition committee, chaired by former Finance Commissioner, Joseph Eboigbe, to ensure a smooth transition of power and knowledge to the next administration. The committee, comprising 20 members, was tasked with documenting the achievements of the current administration and creating a […]
Edo State Polytechnic Receives Boost in Academic and Vocational Training with Institute of Maritime Silk Road Unveiling. The unveiling of the Institute of Maritime Silk Road by Fuzhou Polytechnic, China, marks a significant milestone in the academic and vocational training of students at Edo State Polytechnic, USEN. This development is […]
The Edo State Government has begun the screening process for the payment of entitlements to 326 former staff of the former Colleges of Agriculture in Iguoriakhi and Agenebode. This move follows the approval by Governor Godwin Obaseki to settle the pension entitlements of the ex-staff, who were disengaged following a […]