The Edo State government has confirmed a total of 13 deaths linked to a Lassa fever outbreak in the state. Dr. Stephenson Ojeifo, Director of Public Health at the State Ministry of Health, provided this update during a press briefing on Sunday in Benin City. Since the outbreak was declared […]
Edo government
In a concerted effort to raise cancer awareness and promote early detection, officials from the Edo State government organized a cancer awareness walk in Benin City on Thursday, coinciding with World Cancer Day. The event was spearheaded by Sally Suleiman, Special Adviser to Governor Monday Okpebholo on Sustainable Development Goals […]
The Edo State Government has announced a strategic partnership with the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) aimed at improving broadcasting services and fostering content development within the state. This initiative was detailed in a statement released by Mr. Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sen. Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday in […]
The Edo State Government (EDSG) reclaimed the state-owned Nigerian Observer Printing Press from Fountain Brook Publishing Limited on Friday, a move that marks a significant shift in the management of the facility, which had been under private consultation since 2022. The initiative follows the prior decision by former Governor Godwin […]
The Edo branch of the Heavy Trucks Owners, Marketers, and Suppliers Association of Nigeria has formally requested the state government to establish a trailer park in Ehor, aiming to reduce accidents on the Benin-Abuja Expressway. This appeal was made during a delegation’s visit to Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo-Anani, the Coordinator of […]
Edo State’s caretaker chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to scrutinize what he describes as “fraudulent activities and financial recklessness” within the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo. His appeal follows the recent suspension of Attorney General and […]
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 […]
Edo State is poised to revolutionize its administrative operations by transitioning to a digital framework, slated for completion by September 1, 2023. This pioneering move will see the state’s workforce, spanning various ministries and agencies, undergo extensive training in e-governance, with key departments like the Secretary to the State Government’s […]
In a bid to streamline and improve the education system, the Edo State Government has announced its plans to initiate a clampdown on unregistered and unapproved schools in the state starting from August 2023. Rosaline Okosun, the Acting Director General (DG) of Quality Assurance (QA) at the Ministry of Education, […]
The Nigerian University Games Association has announced that the 2023 NUGA trials for athletes to the World University Games will be held in Edo State, in partnership with the University of Benin. The trials are set to take place in Benin City, the capital of Edo State, from May 8 to May 14. According to a statement from NUGA’s Acting Secretary General, Chidiebere Ezeani, the trials will take place at Benin City’s Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and include seven sports: badminton, judo, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, and tennis. Along with fresh competitors vying for a position on the Nigerian squad competing at the World University Games, the tournament will showcase athletes who excelled at the 26th NUGA Games. “We have the best facilities in Nigeria, and we are happy to host NUGA and university athletes” said Philip Shaibu, the deputy Governor of Edo. “We also want to develop sports from the ground up, and this is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment.” Prof. Lilian Salami, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, stated […]