In a show of support for the exemplary leadership and investment-friendly reforms in Edo State, civil society organizations in the state have enthusiastically endorsed the upcoming 2023 Alaghodaro Summit. The summit is scheduled to take place in Benin City from November 8 to 12, 2023. These organizations have pledged their […]
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Parliamentary Staff Association Shuts Gates to Edo State House of Assembly, Demands Autonomy In a bold show of Civil Society Coalition in Edo Condemns Protests Against BORDA Leadership Appointments-road-inauguration-claims-non-existent-infrastructure-in-edo/”>Youth Group Protests Road Inauguration, Claims Non-Existent Infrastructure in Edo-continued-suspension-of-local-government-chairmen/”>Edo Youths Protest Continued Suspension of Local Government Chairmen, members of the Parliamentary […]
In a heartbreaking incident, seven individuals tragically lost their lives in a boat 2-Year-Old Girl Killed in Benin Hit-and-Run, Mother Battles for Survival on the Gelegele River, situated in the Ovia North East Local Government of Edo State. The victims were part of a group of 28 passengers journeying from […]
In July 2021, Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, initiated the state’s digital public procurement system. This innovative approach aimed to foster transparency and accountability in the state’s public procurements and supplier exchange. The significant progress in e-procurement has drawn interest from various national and sub-national entities looking to enhance […]
The Edo State Public Procurement Agency has been distinguished with the esteemed Nigeria Govtech Public Service Award, earning the title of Best State Ministry/Department/Agency (MDA). This sought-after recognition applauds the agency’s exceptional accomplishments in incorporating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into public procurement procedures, promoting increased efficiency, transparency, and accountability. […]
The Edo State government, has shown admirable commitment by starting the pensioner screening process in 1979 and continuing it through 2008. This significant move signifies the government’s commitment to fulfilling its promise to settle outstanding pensions and gratuities spanning 29 years. The five-day screening exercise, scheduled from Monday 16th to […]
The Edo State House of Assembly made significant strides in legislation on Tuesday, with the passage of the bill to enact the Edo State College of Health Sciences and Technology Law 2023. The bill sailed through successfully after the presentation and deliberation of the report by the House Committee on […]
Edo State has embarked on a pioneering venture with the esteemed Foton Motor Group, an acclaimed global leader in vehicle manufacturing. This alliance is set to inaugurate a cutting-edge vehicle assembly and production facility within the state’s borders. The Managing Director of Edo State Investment Promotion Office (ESIPO), Mr. Kelvin […]
In a significant step toward professional development and advancement, the Edo State Government has successfully wrapped up an extensive training initiative for Civil/Public Service officers poised for promotion in 2022 and the onset of 2023. The two-day educational event, hosted at the prestigious John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA), […]
Exciting developments unfolded at the Edo State House of Assembly on Monday as Governor Godwin Edo Government Accuses Edo State Governor, Okpebholo, and Predecessor, Okpebholo Receives Final Report From Edo Assets Verification Committee, Engage in Verbal Battle Over Alleged N96 Billion Fraud of Misappropriating Funds for E-Governance forwarded the revised […]