The Edo State Sports Commission has approached United Bank for Africa (UBA) seeking sponsorship for the 4th edition of the State Sports Festival, scheduled to take place in Benin City from April 21st to May 1st. Amadin Enabulele, Chairman of the Commission, led a delegation to a UBA branch in […]
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Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Kelly Okungbowa, a suspended Edo State government official also known as “Ebo Stone,” for allegedly abusing the Nigerian currency. The arrest, announced on Monday by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity for the […]
The Edo State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the State House of Assembly to recall the 18 local government chairmen who were suspended in December 2024, citing the need for effective grassroots governance and alleging financial impropriety in their absence. Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the […]
Edo State House of Assembly member, Idaiye Yekini, has issued an urgent plea to the Edo State government and national relief agencies to provide immediate assistance to residents of Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, whose homes were devastated by a recent rainstorm. The storm, which struck on March 3rd, reportedly destroyed […]
Nestlé Nigeria Plc has introduced its new Golden Morn 3-in-1 cereal, a fortified instant cereal aimed at addressing widespread nutritional deficiencies in Nigerian diets. The launch event, held at the company’s Lagos headquarters on Monday, underscored Nestlé’s commitment to providing accessible and affordable nutrition solutions. According to Managing Director/CEO, Mr. […]
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Divine Ikubor, known globally as Rema, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone, becoming the first African artist to grace the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. The iconic American monthly, renowned for its coverage of music, politics, and popular culture, features Rema as its April cover star, further solidifying […]
Residents of Edo State are set to benefit from a new road safety initiative spearheaded by AutoVision Initiative in collaboration with the Sen. Monday Okpebholo Foundation (SMOF). The program will provide free Smart AI Driving Glasses with comprehensive eye screenings to car buyers in the state. In addition to this, […]
The Edo State government has levied serious accusations against the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), alleging that the party is responsible for the rising insecurity in the state. In a statement released on Sunday, the government, through the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Fred Itua, claimed the PDP […]
Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, has lauded the Edo State Chapter of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) for their critical support to legislators in driving policy-making and development initiatives throughout the state. The commendation came during a meeting held on March 13th at the Edo […]
In a strategic move to bolster the delivery of basic education services nationwide, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has announced its intention to prioritize Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as a cornerstone of its new strategic blueprint. The announcement, made Sunday in Abuja by UBEC’s Head of Public Relations and Protocol, […]