President Bola Tinubu has flagged off the dualization of sections two to four of the Ekpoma-Auchi-Okpella-Okene-Ajaokuta Expressway, a project he deems crucial for enhancing socio-economic activities in Edo and Kogi states. The ceremony, held on Wednesday in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, was represented by Minister […]
Edo Updates
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has introduced a bill to the Edo State House of Assembly aimed at raising the retirement age for medical doctors from 60 to 70 years. This initiative seeks to address the ongoing brain drain in the healthcare sector and retain experienced professionals. The announcement was […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo has officially launched 56 new Toyota Hiace buses, revitalizing the Edoline Transport Service, as part of his administration’s commitment to improving public transportation in the state. The inauguration took place on Wednesday, as announced in a statement by Mr. Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary […]
The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO), and the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital (ISTH) in Edo State have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at combating infectious diseases in Nigeria. The announcement was made by Mr. James Onogwu, the Public Relations Officer of FUHSO, in a statement […]
In response to increasing concerns over kidnapping and violence, the Edo State House of Assembly has made a formal appeal to the State Commissioner of Police to transfer officers who have served more than five years in any station. The initiative aims to enhance security measures across the state. This […]
A Benin High Court has ordered the remand of 26-year-old Gabriel Caleb in a correctional facility following allegations of his involvement in a murder case. The court hearing took place on Wednesday, where Caleb was implicated in a conspiracy that led to the death of one Sule Yakubu, 36, on […]
The Edo House of Assembly has officially relieved all political appointees associated with its members of their duties, effective immediately. The announcement was made during a plenary session on Wednesday in Benin by Speaker Blessing Agbebaku. Agbebaku revealed that the decision was reached collectively by all 24 members of the […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Edo has issued a call for increased support from stakeholders to ensure the success of its initiatives. This appeal was made by State Coordinator Mrs. Frances Ben-Ushie during the 2025 NYSC Stakeholders’ Forum held in Benin City on Tuesday. In her keynote address, […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has made significant legal reforms by passing the State Kidnapping Prohibition Law 2025, which introduces the death penalty for convicted kidnappers. This development occurred during a session on Tuesday, where the majority leader, Charity Aiguobarueghian, initiated a motion for the assembly to review the […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, have engaged in a public dispute concerning allegations of a staggering N96 billion misappropriation of local government funds. During a recent event, Okpebholo announced that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to prosecute several recently impeached […]