The Edo State Government has reiterated its dedication to providing quality education and employment opportunities for visually impaired persons within the state. This commitment was reaffirmed on Tuesday by Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa during a meeting in Benin City with members of the Nigeria Association of the Blind, Edo Chapter, […]
Edo Updates
The Nigerian Senate has formally requested the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct bye-elections for the vacant senatorial seats representing Edo Central and Anambra South. The announcement was made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary session, officially declaring the two seats vacant and underscoring the urgency of […]
In a gesture of compassion and support during the holy month of Ramadan, the Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, has provided N1 million to empower 100 Muslim widows. The donation was announced at the Eminent Muslims Forum of Nigeria’s Ramadan Lecture and Empowerment Programme held on […]
The Edo State Government has confirmed 15 fatalities resulting from a Lassa fever outbreak that began in December 2024. The announcement comes as the state intensifies its efforts to curb the spread of the disease. Dr. Stephenson Ojeifo, Director of Public Health at the Edo State Ministry of Health, addressed […]
Amidst the ongoing legal proceedings at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, a prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Edo Osahon, has accused leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of orchestrating a clandestine effort to sway the tribunal’s decision. Osahon alleges that the PDP attempted […]
A new chapter in Edo State’s aviation landscape has begun with the launch of the Benin Aero Club, the first of its kind in the region. Spearheaded by Edo State-born United States-based entrepreneur and CEO of Auxano Aviation, Ehimenmen Odia, and his partner, Morrison Okunbor, the Aero Club aims to […]
Hundreds of young people, identifying themselves as Concerned Edo Youths, staged a protest at the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA) on Monday, demanding the immediate reinstatement of the eighteen local government chairmen and their deputies. The chairmen were initially suspended in December following allegations of failing to submit their […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has accused Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration of overseeing a significant decline in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) due to “massive leakages.” These allegations were vehemently refuted by the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS), who claim record-breaking revenue generation. Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, Chairman […]
A devastating road accident at Agbede community along the Benin-Auchi road in Etsako West Local Government has claimed the lives of eight passengers, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed. The tragic incident, triggered by suspected brake failure, resulted in a fiery inferno that engulfed multiple vehicles. Mr. Cyril […]
The Edo State Ministry of Education has announced a collaborative partnership with the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) aimed at maximizing welfare benefits for students across the state. The initiative seeks to address financial barriers to higher education and foster academic success. According to a statement released by Dr. Paddy […]