Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has emphasized the government’s critical attention to the power sector, encouraging investment to support production and boost the state’s economy. The governor made this announcement in Benin City, revealing that the Edo State Assembly recently passed a law establishing the Edo State Electricity Commission […]
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Governor Obaseki Hails Resilience and Unity of Nigerians In a heartfelt address marking Nigeria’s 62nd independence anniversary, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State lauded the unwavering resilience and unity demonstrated by Nigerians in navigating the diverse socio-economic hurdles since Independence. Emphasizing the importance of staying hopeful amidst challenges, the governor […]
The Edo State Government has vowed to prosecute individuals who harass and attack its officials in the line of duty, noting that such attacks will no longer be condoned. The Commissioner for Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Planning, Isoken Omo, gave the warning after the family and associates of […]
In a landmark judgement delivered on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, a Federal High Court sitting in Benin has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to officially acknowledge and publish the names of candidates produced by the Governor Godwin Obaseki faction of the Edo Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has unveiled a visionary Tourism Master Plan on Tuesday, signaling the state’s quest to become the preferred global tourist destination. With the implementation of this meticulous blueprint, the government aims to generate a staggering ₦2 trillion in revenue from the tourism sector over […]
A total of 19,538 out of the 52,013 eligible voters that registered during the Continuous Voter’s Registration (CVR) exercise in Edo State between June 2021 and January 2022 may not received their Permanent Voter Card (PVC), according to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The Head of Voter Education and […]
The Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has warmly received a delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC), led by William Glenwright, the General Manager of Development. The meeting, held at the Government House in Benin City, highlighted Edo State’s commitment to sports and its crucial role […]
The Edo State Health Insurance Scheme (EDOHIS) has commenced the enrolment of Special Advisers (SAs) and Senior Special Advisers (SSAs) in Edo State South Senatorial District. This initiative is part of the ongoing mobile enrollment and enlightenment campaign conducted by EDOHIS. The event witnessed a tremendous turnout of political appointees […]
To meet its goal of having a technical college in each of the state’s eighteen local government areas, the Edo State Government is collaborating with the governments of Germany and Switzerland. On Monday, September 26, 2022, at the opening of five new Edo Jobs Centers throughout the State, Governor Mr. […]