The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State on his emergence as the running mate to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) presidential candidate in the upcoming 2023 elections. In a statement, Governor Obaseki expressed his belief that […]
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The wife of the Edo State Governor, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, has warned that there would be no hiding place for perpetrators of gender-based violence and their accomplices in the State. She gave the warning on Tuesday, June 14th, 2022, during a workshop to close the program themed: “Strengthening the Evidence […]
The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has received praise for his utilization of science, technology, and innovation to propel the state’s education, health, security, and governance sectors to new heights. Osayande Igiehon, CEO of Heirs Holdings Oil and Gas, commended Governor Obaseki’s efforts during a lecture at a […]
It was an amazing moment for the Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City at the weekend as the club defeated Osun United 2—0. The Bendel Insurance started the game impressively and their efforts paid off as early as the ninth minute, when Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi capitalized on a […]
As Nigeria celebrates Democracy Day, Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has called on citizens to embody the principles of justice and equity that the nation’s founding fathers fought for. In his 2022 Democracy Day message, Obaseki emphasized the importance of unity and freedom in Nigeria’s democratic journey. The governor stated, […]
The gruesome murder, in June, of Rev Fr Christopher Ogedengbe Odia of the Catholic diocese of Auchi, by suspected Fulani terrorists, came as a rude shock to the people of his community in particular and Edo State in general. However, taking into cognizance the accounts of those who knew him […]
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the beloved highlife maestro, Ambassador Osayomore Joseph, has passed away. The news of his demise, which shocked fans across Edo State, emerged on Saturday morning, June 11th, just days after false rumors circulated about his death in Benin City, where the iconic singer of […]
The Edo State Government has unveiled an impressive plan to host local tournaments encompassing 15 diverse sporting competitions. The announcement, made by the Edo State Acting Governor, Rt. Hon. Comr. Philip Shaibu, in Benin City, reveals the government’s dedication to harnessing the full sporting potential of its vibrant youth population […]
Governor Obaseki disclosed that his government plans to build about 20 technical colleges, with one in each local council of the state to cater for the manpower to drive Edo’s industrial growth, ensuring the creation of employment opportunities and attainment of self-sufficiency. The assurance came when he received members of […]
In a swift response to the unexpected withdrawal of Victoria Edelokun’s candidacy, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has swiftly organized an emergency primary election for the Edo North senatorial zone. Setting up a 5-man committee, led by Chairman Sir Daniel Obiora, the PDP headquarters aims to ensure a transparent, equitable, […]