Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration in Edo State is committed to bolstering agriculture and agribusiness initiatives to secure adequate food supply for the populace. This dedication was emphasized by Hon. Stephen Idehenre, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, during a visit by members of the Research, Extension, Farmers Linkage system […]
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The Acting Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has expressed strong condemnation over the killing of a Catholic Priest, Rev. Fr. Christopher Odia, in Ikabigbo, Etsako West Local Government Area of the State. In response, he led government officials and security agency heads to Ikabigbo and called […]
Dr. Shehu Umar, the Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, delivered a stern warning to newly admitted students during the institution’s momentous 40th matriculation ceremony. He cautioned against engaging in cultism, examination malpractice, and other vices that would hinder their academic progress and future prospects. Emphasizing the polytechnic’s zero-tolerance policy towards […]
The Managing Director of Edo State Investment Promotion Office (ESIPO), Mr. Kelvin Uwaibi, has announced a groundbreaking development that promises to boost businesses, particularly in the manufacturing sector, in Edo State. The Edo State House of Assembly has passed a bill to repeal the outdated Rural Electricity Board Law of […]
Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the Governor of Edo State, has issued a directive to the heads of the 18 local government areas of the state to prioritize environmental practices in their respective domains. The Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Engr. Jonathan Lawani, made this announcement during a press briefing after the […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has unveiled his plans to make Edo State a global contender, attract visitors, and bolster tourism revenues through the establishment of the Edo Museum of West African Art (EMOWAA). The governor made this announcement during a stakeholders’ engagement held in Benin City. Highlighting […]
The Edo State Government is introducing e-clinics in Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the state, revolutionizing healthcare access through telemedicine and ensuring affordable, efficient, and high-quality healthcare for the people of Edo. Dr. Mrs. Obarisiagbon Eloghosa, the Executive Secretary of the Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency (EPHCDA), emphasized […]
The Edo State Government has commenced an intensive training programme for youths and women in the three oil and gas-producing local government areas of the state. The training programme tagged “2022 Aguakpa Ghe Igbama,” was organized by the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC). The youths […]
Apostle Kassy Chukwu, the founder of Peniel of God’s Power International Ministries in Benin, Edo State, has been illegally arrested and detained by the Nigeria Police Force, following a complaint by Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin, the founder of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, Warri, Delta State. Prophet Jeremiah accused Apostle Kassy of […]
The Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Engr. Jonathan Lawani, has urged market women to join forces with Governor Godwin Obaseki’s mission to achieve a clean and healthy environment. The Commissioner expressed concern over the frequent illegal dumping of refuse in unauthorized areas, particularly markets and road medians, and emphasized the […]