Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has rolled out the second phase of his administration’s “Back to Farm” program, equipping farmers across all 18 local government areas with tools and inputs ahead of the 2026 planting season. The distribution, which began Thursday evening at the Agricultural Hub on Oko-Ogba Road in […]
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Governor Monday Okpebholo says commuters will soon get relief on the busy Sapele Road corridor as reconstruction work advances and parts of the route prepare to reopen to traffic in the coming weeks. The governor gave the assurance on Friday during an on-the-spot assessment of the project in Benin City, […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo has expressed his gratitude to the Edo State House of Assembly for their consistent support and harmonious working relationship with his administration. The Governor’s appreciation was conveyed in a statement released on Sunday by his chief press secretary, Dr. Patrick Ebojele. The commendation follows an Easter visit […]
A high court in Edo State has restored Engr. Lukeman Oghehemhimhe Akemokhue as the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella Kingdom, nullifying the state government’s decision to replace him. The judgment was delivered on Thursday, 26 March 2026, by Justice O.A. Otamere at the Edo High Court in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government […]
The Edo State Government, under the leadership of Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo, has launched a significant initiative to put an end to the long-standing problem of promotion arrears within its Civil and Public Service. This crucial step aims to revitalize the workforce, improve productivity, and ensure civil servants receive their […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved a minor but strategic reshuffle of members of the Edo State Executive Council, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, announced in a statement issued on Friday in Benin City. According to Ikhilor, the realignment is part of the administration’s broader agenda to […]
The Edo State Executive Council has approved the construction of additional road projects spanning the three senatorial districts. This initiative aims to enhance mobility and ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and vehicles throughout the state. Hon. Felix Akhabue, the State Commissioner for Works, affirmed that this decision […]
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly denounced the state government’s recently announced plan to establish a state-owned airline. In a statement released on Friday, PDP Publicity Secretary Mr. Dan Osa-Ogbegie characterized the proposal as a misallocation of resources, indicative of a disconnect between the […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has relieved Fred Itua of his duties as Chief Press Secretary (CPS), appointing Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele as his replacement. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, on December 4, 2025, and circulated […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a secure and enabling environment for investors and multinational corporations operating within the state. Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa gave the assurance on Wednesday in Benin City after a closed-door meeting with representatives of Pan Ocean Oil Corporation Nigeria Limited and […]