The Edo State Government has formally queried the Vice Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Professor Eunice Omonzejie, over the reported failure of the institution’s students to benefit from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). A copy of the query letter, dated June 24, 2026, and signed by Omionawele […]
Edo Updates
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its readiness to partner with the Edo State Government to fully harness and develop the state’s enormous tourism resources for economic growth and cultural promotion. Dr. Ola Awakan, Director-General of the Nigeria Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), gave this assurance on Monday in Benin during the […]
The Head of Service of Edo State, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, has proudly declared that Edo State now ranks as the leading state in e-governance across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Dr. Okungbowa made the declaration on Monday while addressing Permanent Secretaries, Directors, and other members of staff […]
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Command, have arrested two suspected pipeline vandals in a coordinated intelligence-driven operation aimed at curbing economic sabotage and protecting vital national infrastructure. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Efosa Ogbebor, confirmed the arrests during a news briefing on […]
The Edo State Government has taken proactive steps to improve mental health support services by initiating discussions with the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Uselu, aimed at providing better treatment and rehabilitation for vulnerable individuals rescued from public spaces. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr. Eugenia Abdallah, disclosed this development […]
The Edo State High Court of Justice is set to launch a dedicated Special Criminal Court in July to accelerate the prosecution of serious offences, particularly those involving cultism and kidnapping. This development was announced in an official statement signed by the Court’s Chief Registrar, Benson Osawaru, on Friday in […]
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has once again demonstrated his dedication to building an all-inclusive administration by nominating Mr. Martin Oli, a successful businessman and respected community leader from Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State, as a Commissioner-Designate. This latest appointment was announced in a statement issued by the […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to rid the state of criminal elements and create a secure environment that allows farmers and residents to carry out their daily activities without fear. The governor gave this assurance on Friday while inaugurating the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) has announced that 12 political parties have successfully completed the nomination process ahead of the much-anticipated local government elections scheduled for July 11. The commission also confirmed the publication of the final list of candidates for the polls across the state’s 18 local […]
The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has directed traditionalists in the Edo South Senatorial District to launch “spiritual warfare” against perpetrators of banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes. The revered monarch issued the directive on Tuesday during a crucial meeting with native doctors, priests, and […]