Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to collaborate closely with traditional rulers across the state to address insecurity and other pressing issues at the grassroots level. His commitment was reaffirmed during a recent meeting with representatives from the Edo North Senatorial District. During the engagement, Gov. Okpebholo expressed […]
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning to the newly elected Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, urging him to refrain from meddling in the affairs of the state chapter of the Congress. In a statement released on Thursday, the NLC emphasized that it is premature […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to ensure the safety, welfare, and security of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members assigned to the state during their service year. The governor conveyed this assurance through his deputy, Rt Hon Dennis Idahosa, at the swearing-in ceremony for the 2024 Batch […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has set a firm 48-hour deadline for the 18 local government council chairpersons to submit their financial statements. This directive was communicated by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, in a statement released to the media on Tuesday in Benin City. The […]
Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has announced the establishment of a 14-member State Assets Verification Committee. This committee is tasked with examining the asset management of the former administration led by Godwin Obaseki. The formal inauguration of the committee is scheduled for Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at the Government […]
Residents of Akoko-Edo Local Government Area (LGA) have raised concerns about the continued marginalization of the area in state governance and infrastructure development, urging newly sworn-in Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to address their grievances. The protest, articulated in a letter from the Akoko-Edo Development Association (AEDA), highlights systemic […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has signed a revised Appropriation Bill amounting to N485.63 billion, a pivotal move aimed at advancing the state’s developmental initiatives. The bill, which received the green light from the Edo State House of Assembly, allocates N202.65 billion for recurrent expenditures and N282.99 billion for […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has taken the unprecedented step of freezing all state-owned accounts in commercial banks. This order is effective immediately and remains in place until further notice, a directive that underscores the governor’s commitment to stringent financial oversight. The announcement, made public through a statement from Fred […]
Senator Monday Okpebholo, Edo State’s newly inaugurated governor, has hit the ground running with key appointments and a comprehensive development plan. Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, son of the former governor of the state, Adams Oshiomhole, Musa Ikhilor, and Samson Osagie have been nominated as Commissioner of Health, Secretary to the State […]
In a significant political transition for Edo State, Mr. Monday Okpebholo was inaugurated as the new governor on Tuesday, marking a new chapter in the state’s governance. His election follows the completion of a second term by former Governor Godwin Obaseki, signifying a shift in leadership that promises to address […]