In a move to alleviate the burden caused by the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has authorized a free transport service for passengers across all Edo City Transport Ltd (ECTS) routes. This initiative aims to mitigate the challenges faced by the […]
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Prince Clem Agba, the former Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, recently expressed his concerns about the incomplete Benin-Auchi-Okene-Obajana Road project. He attributed the delay to a lack of sufficient funding. During a grand reception and dinner night held in his honor by the Edo State Council of […]
Hon. Christabel Omoh Ekwu, the Edo State Commissioner for Social Development and Gender Issues, has reiterated the state government’s commitment to providing a safe haven for vulnerable and orphaned children. This pledge was underscored during an Orphanage Home Audit Profile exercise carried out by the ministry at the Tender Heart […]
In a passionate appeal, Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, expressed his frustration over the refusal of the Federal Government to permit the state government to repair the dilapidated federal roads within Edo State. The governor shared his concerns while addressing the congregation at the inauguration and enthronement of Ven. Ebenezer […]
In a bid to emphasize the crucial role of medical personnel in saving lives and preventing epidemics, the Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) Executive Secretary, Dr. Omosigho Izedonmwen, recently conducted a comprehensive training program in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO). The training targeted Disease Surveillance […]
In anticipation of potential floods caused by the release of water from the Lagdo Dam by Cameroonian authorities into the River Niger, the EDO State Government has called on residents in lowland and riverine areas to remain vigilant and consider relocating to safer grounds. The communities at risk include Agenebode […]
In a resolute push for the wellbeing of Edo State’s residents, Rev. David Ugolor, Executive Director of Africa Network for Economic and Environmental Justice (ANEEJ), called on the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly to transform the social protection policy of the state into law. Rev. Ugolor made […]
The Edojobs Entrepreneurship Development Unit has trained young entrepreneurs in Edo State on business networking to enable them to gain access to internal and external funding opportunities, market expansion programmes, capacity building, business advisory services, and business mentorship. Dignitaries that attended the event include Segun Majekodunmi, head of entrepreneurship development; […]
The government of Edo State has initiated the process of distributing over ₦1.3 billion to the Council of Traditional Rulers in the state. This sum represents the outstanding five percent of local government allocations due to the traditional rulers, which had been held back during a period of internal discord […]
Edo State is poised to revolutionize its administrative operations by transitioning to a digital framework, slated for completion by September 1, 2023. This pioneering move will see the state’s workforce, spanning various ministries and agencies, undergo extensive training in e-governance, with key departments like the Secretary to the State Government’s […]