Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has called for enhanced collaboration between Edo and the Italian government, emphasizing that cultural exchange can serve as a powerful catalyst for economic development and sustainable progress. The governor made the appeal during a courtesy visit in Benin City by Mr. Iacopo Foti, Deputy […]
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The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Mr. Dennis Idahosa, has directed that Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) in rural communities be strengthened to guarantee accessible and quality healthcare for residents across the state. The directive was issued on Friday in Benin City during the fourth quarterly meeting of the Edo State […]
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Command, has announced the deployment of 1,200 personnel across the state to ensure robust security during the Christmas and New Year festivities. Public Relations Officer of the command, SC Efosa Ogbebor, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo has unveiled the 2026 Appropriation Bill valued at ₦939.85 billion, describing it as the Budget of Hope and Growth. The proposal, presented on Tuesday to the Edo State House of Assembly, outlines an ambitious fiscal roadmap designed to consolidate the administration’s first-year achievements and restore public confidence […]
Dangote Cement PLC has rolled out a major empowerment programme for 240 indigent residents of Okpella community in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, as part of its ongoing social investment plan. The initiative, unveiled on Tuesday, provided direct support to women, farmers, and students in the host […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against narcotics trafficking with the interception of 457 kilograms of skunk marijuana during an intelligence-led raid in Edo State. The operation, carried out on December 9 in Uroe community, Owan East Local Government Area, also […]
The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Chief Blessing Agbebaku, has announced that Governor Monday Okpebholo will formally present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the Assembly on Tuesday, December 16. Agbebaku made the disclosure during Monday’s plenary session at the Assembly complex in Benin City, urging lawmakers to […]
The Edo State Government has reiterated its determination to fully enforce the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) law, pledging justice for victims and stronger protection against abuse. Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah, made the declaration in Benin City on Wednesday. Represented by Mrs. Regina Iyoha, a leader at […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovative programmes and strategic partnerships. Speaking at the 2025 SDGs Short Film Challenge and Awards dinner in Abuja, the wife of the governor, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo, highlighted the state’s […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fully implement the newly enacted Sanitation and Pollution Management Law, aimed at safeguarding public health and restoring environmental balance across the state. Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Mr. Nosa Adams, gave the assurance during a stakeholder engagement held on Sunday in […]