Exciting developments unfolded at the Edo State House of Assembly on Monday as Governor Godwin Obaseki forwarded the revised budget for the year 2023, urging the assembly’s consideration and approval. The request, relayed through a letter dated October 5 and signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Osarodion […]
Edo Updates
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has announced an innovative plan to incorporate the state’s 30-year development plan, which includes the Benin City Masterplan and the Edo Regional Development Plan, into the school curriculum. This move aims to familiarize children with the comprehensive strategy and equip them to play […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has made a bold commitment to build a comprehensive network of roads throughout the state. This initiative aims to link communities and stimulate economic growth and development. During a meeting with stakeholders in the Edo Central Senatorial District, the governor expressed his concerns […]
The government of Edo State has recently announced its intention to set up Emergency Communication Centers throughout the state, a move aimed at bolstering its security framework. This development was shared at a media conference led by the Honourable Commissioner for Public Security and Safety, Hon. Kingsley Uwagbale. A Memorandum […]
Edo State’s Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has pledged his dedication to collaborate with the state’s Chief Judge and the judiciary to address the issue of a high number of inmates awaiting trial in the state’s correctional facilities. During a courtesy call by the Edo State Judiciary’s leadership, headed by Chief Judge […]
To highlight the critical role of environmental conservation, Edo State’s Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, spearheaded a public awareness march spanning 8.5 kilometers across Benin City on October 3rd, 2023. This event, orchestrated by the state’s Ministry of Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Development, was in honor of World Habitat Day […]
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has sworn in 34 Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and 152 Special Assistants (SAs) in five local government areas within the Edo South Senatorial District. The appointees were selected from Ikpoba-Okha, Oredo, Ovia South West, Ovia North East, and Orhionmwon local government councils. Obaseki mentioned […]
The consistent heavy rain in Etsako Central Local Government Area, Edo North Senatorial District, has left over 12 of its communities. This is attributed to the River Niger overflowing its banks. Some of the communities affected are Yelwa, Udochi, Udaba-Ekphei, Anegbette, Ukpeko Orle, Ofukpo, Agbabu, Osomegbe, Ake Island, and Ifeku […]
The Manarement of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, says its Nursing students returned a 100 per cent pass in the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s professional examination. The institution’s Head, Corporate Communications and Protocol, AAU, Ekpoma, Otunba Mike Aladenika, announced this in a statement on Monday in Benin. In the statement, […]
As Nigeria marks its 63rd year of independence, the Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has commended the relentless spirit and determination of Nigerians amidst the prevailing economic difficulties. He encouraged the citizens to persist in their prayers and collective efforts to surmount the nation’s economic hurdles. Reflecting on […]