Engr. Gideon Ikhine, a contender for the Edo State governorship position under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has promised to revitalize the Ojirami Dam for Irrigation and Electricity Generation. This ambitious endeavor aims to provide irrigation water for enhanced agricultural productivity and generate electricity to power small-scale industries and businesses. […]
Edo Updates
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has revealed plans to amplify public safety and security within the state. In a press briefing held in Benin City, the governor shared his plans to further strengthen security measures by making the installation of surveillance cameras compulsory for businesses and designated premises. Obaseki […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has made a heartfelt appeal to the esteemed Otaru of Auchi, HRM Alhaji H. A. Momoh, Ikelebe III, seeking his support in selecting a worthy successor. The plea was made during the 27th Edition of the Auchi Day Celebration, a joyous gathering held […]
The Edo State Police Command has issued a special invitation to applicants from Edo State who have applied for the ongoing recruitment into the Constable Cadre in the Nigeria Police Force. The physical/credentials screening exercise will take place at the Police Training School in Ogida, Benin City, from Monday 8th […]
Governor Obaseki has declared that Edo State has risen from 13th or 14th place to a striking 5th place in terms of GDP in Nigeria. The governor said: “Seven years ago, Edo ranked between 13th and 14th in terms of GDP in the country. Today, we are a clear 5th. […]
The Edo State Government yesterday announced that 102,650 individuals in 1,969 communities across the 18 local councils of the state are set to benefit from the second phase of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Cash Transfer. This initiative falls under the National Social Safety Nets Project Scale Up (NASSP-SU). Yuwa […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has extended his greetings and felicitations to the people of Edo and Nigerians as a whole in his New Year Day broadcast. He expressed his gratitude to God Almighty for granting endurance through the uncertainties and challenges of the past year. Addressing the […]
The Edo state deputy governor, Rt Hon Comrade Philip Shuaibu has organized a dinner session in honour of Akoko-Edo Local Government health team and others. The dinner which held in Benin city, the State Capital was in recognition of their work of excellence in the immunisation against the Covid 19 […]
Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, the first lady of Edo State, accompanied other members of the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT) organizing committee on Monday as they inspected the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and other tournament facilities in preparation for the second edition. The competition, which is set to start on Wednesday, […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said ongoing reforms and projects being pursued across different sectors of the state are focused on bringing government closer to the people. Speaking to reporters in Benin City, Obaseki claimed that the state government was more transparent and accountable and that initiatives […]