The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has emphasized the critical role of a competent and efficient civil service in rebuilding Nigeria. Speaking at a strategy retreat organized by the BRACED Commission, he highlighted the need to attract the best minds and hands to public service. The two-day retreat, held […]
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The Edo State Pension Bureau has launched a screening exercise for pensioners who retired between 2014 and 2015. Ambrose Akhato, representing the Permanent Secretary/Chairman of the Edo State Pension Bureau, explained that the exercise is a continuation of the previous screening conducted for retirees from 1996 to 2013. He said, […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has established a committee to review the suspension of three lawmakers, which occurred last month. The speaker, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, announced the suspension on May 6, 2024, citing alleged conspiracy and external influences aimed at destabilizing the Assembly’s leadership. The affected lawmakers vehemently […]
Benin City, the Edo State capital, played host to a gathering of African leaders on Thursday as they convened for the 2024 Democracy Day Dialogue. This significant event focused on addressing the challenges that impede the effectiveness of education systems across the continent and sought actionable strategies to foster both […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has declared an early salary release for state employees in anticipation of the upcoming Salah festivities. This statement was made amidst the inauguration of the newly constructed State Secretariat Complex. Governor Obaseki, addressing the public in Benin City, emphasized the administration’s commitment to […]
The Ugbedu Families of Ososo have announced the commencement of the burial rites of their late father, Grandfather, Uncle and brother, Barrister Bamidele Stephen Ayeni. The Burial programme released to Akoko Edo Newspaper at the weekend stated that the funeral rites will commence with a service of songs at RCCG […]
Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressive Congress (APC) governorship candidate, in the forthcoming election in the Edo State has outlined his vision for Akoko-Edo local government area to include the provision of security, healthcare and water supply for the people. He spoke during a one-hour session hosted by the Akoko-Edo […]
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a renewed warning against the perilous use of toxic chemicals for food preservation. The agency has specifically outlawed the use of dichlorvos, a chemical known for its use in extending the shelf life of food commodities. A […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has emphasized the importance of politics as a means to improve the lives of citizens. He highlighted that his administration is dedicated to serving the populace and fostering rapid development and prosperity within the state. Governor Obaseki gave assurances that his administration is […]
The Peoples Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate, Barrister Asue Ighodalo on Thursday disclosed that all was now set for the ground-breaking ceremony of a University of Mining and Geosciences to be located at the premises of Igarra Technical College, Igarra, the Akoko Edo Local Government Area headquarters. The PDP flag bearer, […]