Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has launched the ‘Still Water III’ operation to guarantee the safety and security of Edo people during the festive season. The flag-off ceremony took place at Okoroma Community General Area in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. Commending the Chief of Army Staff, […]
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Governor Obaseki has commissioned a 3.65-kilometer road in Ologbo, constructed under the State’s innovative tax credit scheme, a first for any sub-national government in Nigeria. He also inaugurated the Edo Refinery, Green Hill Ethanol Factory, and other projects aimed at boosting economic growth and development in the state. Accompanied by […]
In a surprising revelation at the 2023 Alaghodaro Summit, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, the senator representing Edo North Senatorial District and former Governor of Edo State, declared that Governor Godwin Obaseki remains his friend, despite their contrasting political and party affiliations. The Alaghodaro Summit, themed “The Edo Story: Creating Shared Opportunities […]
In a media briefing held in Abuja, Hon Andrew Adaze Emwanta, former Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation and Convener of the Rescue Edo Movement (REM), emphasized that the next Governor of Edo State must prioritize the three essential qualities: character, competence, and capacity. He urged political parties to […]
The revered Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has declared his intention to donate land for the establishment of a skill acquisition centre, marking a significant step towards youth empowerment and unemployment reduction in Nigeria. This commitment was made following a request by the esteemed Prelate of the Presbyterian Church, Dr. […]
Renowned musician, John Ighodaro, popularly known as Johnny Drille, paid a visit to Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, in Benin City, where he conveyed his appreciation for the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub. The hub serves as a platform for nurturing creative talents in the state. During the meeting, Johnny […]
In a show of support for the exemplary leadership and investment-friendly reforms in Edo State, civil society organizations in the state have enthusiastically endorsed the upcoming 2023 Alaghodaro Summit. The summit is scheduled to take place in Benin City from November 8 to 12, 2023. These organizations have pledged their […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has inaugurated 75 Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs) for the Edo North Senatorial District. They include four SAs and twenty-one SSAs each from the three zones in the local government area. The inauguration took place at Igarra, the administrative Headquarters […]
Parliamentary Staff Association Shuts Gates to Edo State House of Assembly, Demands Autonomy In a bold show of protest, members of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) in Edo State have blockaded the gates to the Edo State House of Assembly. This action comes after the expiration of the […]
In a heartbreaking incident, seven individuals tragically lost their lives in a boat accident on the Gelegele River, situated in the Ovia North East Local Government of Edo State. The victims were part of a group of 28 passengers journeying from Ofunama when the unfortunate event transpired. According to accounts, […]