The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has renewed its call for justice, equity, and protection of workers’ rights as the nation joins the global community to commemorate Decent Work Day. In a statement released in Abuja, NLC President Joe Ajaero emphasized the urgent need to uphold the dignity of labour and […]
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Nigeria has embarked on one of its most ambitious public health initiatives to date—a nationwide integrated vaccination campaign aimed at protecting approximately 106 million children from measles, rubella, and poliomyelitis. The campaign, announced by the World Health Organization (WHO), marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to eliminate preventable […]
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 […]
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has issued a scathing rebuke of Senator Adams Oshiomhole following his recent comments on national television, accusing the former labour leader of undermining workers’ rights and misrepresenting core labour laws. In a joint statement released in Abuja and signed by […]
The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has taken a dramatic turn as the faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, elected a new state executive committee led by Nosa Ogieva. The election, organized under the banner of the Legacy […]
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 decisive move to address the growing threat of drug abuse and trafficking, the Edo State Government on Friday inaugurated Drug Control Committees at both the state and local government levels. The initiative aligns with the National Drug Control Master Plan and aims to foster coordinated efforts in tackling […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State and Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, embarked on a joint inspection tour on Friday to assess the condition of federal roads in Edo Central and South Senatorial districts. The visit, aimed at identifying urgent intervention points, highlighted the dire state of key […]
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 […]
In a strategic move to strengthen oversight and boost internally generated revenue, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has approved the establishment of the Edo State Lottery Regulatory Commission. The announcement was made on Tuesday in Benin City through a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), […]