The Edo State government has expressed disappointment and dismay over comments made by former Governor Adams Oshiomhole, criticizing the state’s agricultural reforms and feeding programs for vulnerable citizens. In a statement signed by Crusoe Osagie, Special Adviser to Governor Godwin Obaseki on Media, the government accused Oshiomhole of spreading falsehoods […]
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The Edo State Government has debunked a fake protest notice circulating on social media, clarifying that it did not originate from Rev. Olu Martins, Deputy Director General for Media and Publicity of the PDP Campaign Council. In a statement, Commissioner for Communication and Orientation Chris Osa Nehikhare revealed that the […]
The Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised serious concerns over a viral video where Governor Godwin Obaseki allegedly threatened that Nigeria would burn. In the video, Obaseki threatened to lead a nationwide uprising if the government fails to address the alleged targeting of his party […]
The reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu has vehemently denied involvement in the deadly attack in Benin that claimed the life of Police Inspector Akor Onuh. Shaibu, who has resumed duties from home, expressed shock at the accusation, emphasizing his commitment to a peaceful resolution. Shaibu revealed that he has filed […]
The Edo State House of Assembly has taken legal action, appealing the Federal High Court’s decision to overturn the impeachment of former Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu. The Assembly has also filed a motion to pause the judgment’s execution pending the appeal’s outcome. Earlier, on April 8, 2024, the Assembly had […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has expressed his gratitude to the citizens for their unwavering commitment to democratic principles over the past quarter century. He emphasized that this dedication is crucial for the continuous growth and stability of the nation. In his address, Obaseki also encouraged the electorate […]
The Labour Party gubernatorial candidate for the forthcoming governorship election in Edo State, Mr. Olumide Akpata has promised to establish an ICT University in Akoko-Edo if elected the State Governor. The establishment of the University was one of the many intervention programmes he announced while fielding questions in a virtual […]
As the gubernatorial elections in Edo and Ondo states draw near, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is gearing up to restart the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, the chairman of INEC, made the announcement in Abuja during the second regular quarterly consultative meeting with political parties. According […]
In the lead-up to the gubernatorial elections in Edo State, Deputy Governor Engr Marvellous Omobayo has called for neutrality among security agencies. Omobayo made the call during a courtesy visit by Brigadier-General Ebenezer Olusesan Oduyebo, Commander of the 4 Mechanized Brigade in Benin. The Deputy Governor underscored his commitment to […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has made public the definitive list of contenders for the upcoming gubernatorial election in Edo State, scheduled for September 21. The announcement was made by Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner & Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, who confirmed that seventeen political […]