The Edo state Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on September 4, 2023 sworn in the 18 local government council chairmen following the resounding victory of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the recently concluded local government election in State. The governor expressed his gratitude to the electorate for their unwavering support […]
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In a move to alleviate the burden caused by the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has authorized a free transport service for passengers across all Edo City Transport Ltd (ECTS) routes. This initiative aims to mitigate the challenges faced by the […]
Prince Clem Agba, the former Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, recently expressed his concerns about the incomplete Benin-Auchi-Okene-Obajana Road project. He attributed the delay to a lack of sufficient funding. During a grand reception and dinner night held in his honor by the Edo State Council of […]
The Chairman of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) in Akoko Edo Local Government Area, Mr Kolawole Joshua has called for the concerted efforts of stakeholders in education to ensure the safety of school children as they resume academic activities after the christmas and new year holidays […]
Hon. Christabel Omoh Ekwu, the Edo State Commissioner for Social Development and Gender Issues, has reiterated the state government’s commitment to providing a safe haven for vulnerable and orphaned children. This pledge was underscored during an Orphanage Home Audit Profile exercise carried out by the ministry at the Tender Heart […]
In a passionate appeal, Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, expressed his frustration over the refusal of the Federal Government to permit the state government to repair the dilapidated federal roads within Edo State. The governor shared his concerns while addressing the congregation at the inauguration and enthronement of Ven. Ebenezer […]
In anticipation of potential floods caused by the release of water from the Lagdo Dam by Cameroonian authorities into the River Niger, the EDO State Government has called on residents in lowland and riverine areas to remain vigilant and consider relocating to safer grounds. The communities at risk include Agenebode […]
In a resolute push for the wellbeing of Edo State’s residents, Rev. David Ugolor, Executive Director of Africa Network for Economic and Environmental Justice (ANEEJ), called on the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly to transform the social protection policy of the state into law. Rev. Ugolor made […]
The Edojobs Entrepreneurship Development Unit has trained young entrepreneurs in Edo State on business networking to enable them to gain access to internal and external funding opportunities, market expansion programmes, capacity building, business advisory services, and business mentorship. Dignitaries that attended the event include Segun Majekodunmi, head of entrepreneurship development; […]
Edo commissioner for mining and Energy, Hon Enaholo Ogiefoh has restated the state government’s commitment in revamping the mining sector. Hon Ojiefoh made the disclosure at Igarra during a stakeholders engagement with various players in the mining industry in the locality. He stated that his presence in Igarra with his […]