The Edo House of Assembly has commended President Bola Tinubu for his recent approval of a University of Sports in Afuze, describing the initiative as a significant and welcome development for the region. This announcement was made known through a statement from Samson Akhanieme, Chief Press Secretary to Julius Ihonvbere, […]
Education
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has authorized the promotion of 8,476 primary and junior secondary school teachers, a decision aimed at recognizing their dedication and improving the overall quality of education in the state. Mrs. Onomen Goodness Briggs, Executive Chairman of the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), announced […]
The Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) is actively monitoring the progress of school reconstruction projects across the state, aiming to upgrade infrastructure and enhance the learning environment for students. Led by Chairman Barr. (Mrs.) Onomen Briggs, a delegation recently concluded a tour of several schools in the Edo […]
Dr. Emmanuel Paddy, the Edo Commissioner for Education, urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members deployed to the state to view challenges as opportunities during a speech at the Orientation camp in Okada on Monday. Paddy encouraged the corps members to maintain focus, build strong networks, and adopt a mindset […]
The Chairman of the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mrs. Onomen Briggs, announced that Governor Monday Okpebholo has initiated the reconstruction of 100 schools across the state to commemorate his first 100 days in office. Briggs made this statement during an inspection of ongoing renovation projects at various […]
Auchi Polytechnic held its 43rd Matriculation ceremony, welcoming 10,090 new students for the 2024/2025 academic session. The event marked a significant milestone for the institution as the newly admitted students embarked on their educational journeys. Dr. Salisu Umar, the Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, announced that the new students were selected […]
In a strategic effort to bolster food security and stimulate agricultural development in Edo State, the coordinator of the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprise (LIFE-ND), Mr. John Omoruyi, announced on Wednesday that the program is expanding its outreach to primary and secondary schools across the region. This initiative aims to instill […]
Igbinedion University Okada, located in Edo State, has been awarded a prestigious grant from the European Union aimed at enhancing sustainable plastic waste and recycling management practices. The project, known as Sustainable Plastic Waste and Recycling Management (SWARM), is a three-year initiative valued at €800,000 (approximately ₦1.24 billion). The announcement […]
The Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has expressed deep concern following a fire that occurred over the weekend at Okaro Primary School in Urhonigbe, which resulted in substantial damage to a classroom block. In response to the incident, Barr. Mrs. Onomen Goodness Briggs, the executive chairman of SUBEB, […]
As of February 3, 2023, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has allocated a substantial amount of N20,074,050,000 to cover institutional fees for students enrolled in various tertiary institutions throughout the nation. This initiative has directly impacted approximately 192,906 students, as reported in a recent statement by Akintunde Sawyerr, the […]