In recognition of his outstanding achievements in transforming Edo State, Governor Godwin Obaseki has been honored with the esteemed Zik Prize for Good Governance. This distinguished award acknowledges his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Edo people and propelling the state towards sustainable growth and development. At the award […]
Edo Updates
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has revealed plans to lead a coalition of Edo, Delta, Ekiti, and Ondo states in purchasing their shares from the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) to address the persistent electricity crisis in the region. The initiative aims to reorganize the distribution company, ensuring […]
The Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu announces his intention to contest the governorship election in 2024 and dismisses notions of zoning conventions or agreements during a media parley with the Edo State Journalists Forum in Abuja on Saturday. Highlighting his experience, capacity, and knowledge, Shaibu firmly establishes himself […]
The Edo State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, led by Sheikh Ibrahim Oyarekhua has announced the looming deadline for the payment of the highly anticipated 2024 Hajj fare. With a catchy tune of urgency, the prospective pilgrims are reminded that the payment cutoff date falls on December 31, 2023. This crucial […]
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has set the stage for an exhilarating collaboration between Nigerian and German filmmakers. Welcoming the filmmakers from Germany in Benin City, Governor Obaseki emphasized his commitment to supporting and nurturing creatives by providing an enabling environment and state-of-the-art equipment. Representing the governor, Commissioner for […]
In an overwhelming show of support, the kinsmen of Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, have unanimously endorsed him as a candidate for the upcoming 2024 governorship election. The endorsement ceremony took place at a vibrant reception held during the ward meeting of PDP Ward 11 in Etsako West Local […]
At the Alaghodaro Summit, held in the vibrant capital of Benin City, a representative of the Edo Fertilizer and Chemical Company situated in Auchi, Alh. Sadiq Kazzim, applauded Governor Godwin Obaseki for resurrecting the company in 2017 through a Public Private Partnership (PPP) with WACOT Limited. Kazzim said, “Today, we […]
The 2022 Citizens Budget, the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) 2023–2025, and the 2023 proposed budget were presented at a one-day stakeholder consultation forum hosted by the Edo State Ministry of Finance, Budget, Economic Planning, and Development. Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Bernard Aigbe, […]
The Edo state Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has approved a three-month extension of the free transport service implemented by the state government, initially introduced on September 11, 2023, for a two-month period to alleviate the impact of the fuel subsidy removal by the Federal Government. Operated by the state-owned Edo […]
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has launched the ‘Still Water III’ operation to guarantee the safety and security of Edo people during the festive season. The flag-off ceremony took place at Okoroma Community General Area in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. Commending the Chief of Army Staff, […]