In a bold demonstration of its commitment to education and community development, Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc has awarded bursaries worth ₦150,000 each to 56 indigent students drawn from its host and neighbouring communities in Edo State. The initiative, unveiled during a presentation ceremony on Friday, forms part of the […]
Education
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has officially announced October 31, 2025, as the deadline for candidates offered provisional admission to accept their placements for the upcoming 2025/2026 academic session. The announcement follows national guidelines set during the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Policy Meeting, which involved vice chancellors and […]
Pioneer Education Centre in Benin, Edo State, has emerged victorious at the grand finale of the NNPC/SEPLAT Energy 2025 PEARLS Quiz Competition, held in Asaba. The school secured the top prize of ₦10 million, earmarked for the development of its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) centre. The PEARLS Quiz—Promoting Exceptional […]
The Edo State Government has announced plans to recruit 3,000 additional teachers to enhance teaching capacity and improve learning outcomes across public schools. Governor Monday Okpebholo made the announcement during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) on Wednesday in Benin City. Led by […]
In a significant boost to rural education infrastructure, Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC-Edo) on Tuesday commissioned a newly constructed block of classrooms at Oza Comprehensive High School in Ojah, Akoko Edo Local Government Area. The facility, comprising nine classrooms, offices, and modern toilets, was built to enhance the learning environment for […]
In a landmark move to strengthen the education sector and reward long-standing service, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has formally absorbed 5,000 contract teachers into the state’s Ministry of Education as permanent staff. The announcement was made during a special ceremony held at Government House in Benin City on […]
In celebration of academic excellence and civic leadership, the University of Benin (UNIBEN) has conferred Distinguished Public Service and Leadership Awards on Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his deputy, Hon. Dennis Idahosa. The recognition formed part of the golden jubilee celebration of the Faculty of Social Sciences, held […]
In a landmark move to strengthen the education workforce, the Edo State Government has announced the formal absorption of 4,000 volunteer teachers under the EdoStar Teaching Programme, alongside the recruitment of 500 new educators to fill critical gaps in public schools. The announcement was made by Dr. Paddy Iyamu, Commissioner […]
In a major boost to educational access for underprivileged students, twenty undergraduates of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, have each received ₦300,000 as part of the ₦1.2 billion OPay National Scholarship Initiative. The disbursement was made possible through the facilitation of the Edo State Government, acting via the Office of […]
Tensions ran high at Authentic Royal Preparatory School in Benin City on Saturday as security operatives, accompanied by a government task force, stormed the school premises to disrupt an emergency Parents Teachers Association (PTA) meeting. This incident occurred barely 24 hours after the Edo State Government revoked the school’s operational […]