The Edo Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has officially announced its move from Benin City to Abuja, effective Monday. This decision was communicated through a notice issued by the tribunal’s secretary, Mua’azu Bagudu, on Friday. In the statement, Bagudu informed all parties involved in the ongoing election petitions that the tribunal […]
Edo Updates
Traders at the Ogiso market in Oredo Local Government Area staged a strike on Wednesday in response to the imposition of a daily levy of N100, which they claim is intended to support the market leader. The protest comes amid escalating tensions following an alleged attack by thugs aiming to […]
The solicitors representing the 18 Local Government Council Areas (LGA) of Edo State have issued a stern warning to banks, urging them to refrain from tampering with their official accounts. The legal representatives have emphasized the critical importance of safeguarding the official accounts belonging to these councils, urging financial institutions […]
The Edo State Government has entered into a significant collaboration with E5 Energy Services Limited, a local energy firm, to establish a 100-megawatt hydropower station within the state. The memorandum of understanding (MoU), was disclosed by David Ashaolu, the Managing Director of E5 Energy Services Ltd., in a press release […]
The Gidigba Group, a prominent socio-political organization, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to direct the Inspector-General of Police to uphold the recent ruling regarding local government autonomy in Edo State. The statement, issued by the group’s convener, Solomon Idugboe, was distributed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on […]
Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo on Wednesday enacted two pivotal bills into law. The first of these legislative measures extends the retirement age for Magistrates from 60 to 65 years. The second bill expands the membership of the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC). During […]
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the recruitment of 5,000 teachers by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) as part of a strategic initiative to enhance the quality of education within the state. This announcement was made by the newly appointed Commissioner for Education, Dr. Emmanuel […]
In a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the September 21, 2024 Edo governorship election, witnesses for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) provided testimonies on alleged electoral irregularities in three local government areas during a tribunal hearing on Tuesday. The PDP, represented by its candidate Dr. Asue Ighodalo, […]
In a formal ceremony held on Tuesday, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State inaugurated six new commissioners, expanding the State Executive Council and enhancing the cabinet’s capabilities. The announcement was made by Mr. Umar Ikhilor, the Secretary to the State Government, in a statement issued from Benin City. The newly […]
On Monday, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State officially inaugurated a new set of waste management equipment for the State Waste Management Agency, aiming to enhance its operations and promote a cleaner environment. This initiative forms part of the state’s broader commitment to sustainability and effective waste management. The event, […]