The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has unveiled a budget proposal of N325.3bn for the 2024 fiscal year to the Edo State House of Assembly. This budget, tagged ‘Budget Home Run: Finishing Strong,’ shows a marginal increase from the previous year’s budget of N320bn. The budget earmarks N178bn for […]
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The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Wednesday, 4 January 2023 inaugurated liaison officers for the 18 Local Government Areas of the State, at the Government House, in Benin City. According to him, the officers are to serve as his eyes and ears in their LGAs to keep […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has joined forces with Emergency Response Africa (ERA) to launch FID-EMS (Funds for Innovation in Development – Emergency Medical Services) Project. This transformative initiative aims to revolutionize emergency healthcare response and boost health insurance enrollment in Edo State through cutting-edge technology. With the […]
Activities marking the 35th coronation anniversary His Royal Highness Oba Idogu III ( J.P) OON, GBUGBULU GBUGBULU the Olokpe of Okpe kingdom ended on a joyous note for the community at the weekend following the promise of the Edo State government to rehabilitate and reconstruct the long abandoned road leading […]
The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu, is poised to announce his candidacy for the 2024 governorship election in Edo State under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Shaibu, who has been dropping hints about his intention to run, believes that the people of Edo State need practical governance […]
The Edo State Police Command is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring the safety and security of residents during and after the Yuletide season. In a resolute display of their commitment, the State Police Commissioner, Mohammed Adamu Dankwara, unveiled “Operation Akhulikpata” during the launch of a formidable ‘Operation Show of […]
The Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF) is poised to enthrall spectators anew with its announcement of an impressive lineup of 486 films for its eagerly awaited second edition. The festival, scheduled to occur in Benin City from November 30 to December 2, 2023, pledges to be a grand festivity […]
The annual Cultural Carnival in Iviukhua Community in Agenebode, Etsako East LGA of Edo State, known as the Au-Ukhua Carnival, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing recognition and endorsement from the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Nigerian Tourism Development Agency (NTDA). The endorsement was presented in Abuja to […]
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 […]
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 […]