The Edo State Government is strongly urging residents to prioritize regular medical check-ups as a crucial step in preventing avoidable deaths. This call to action was made by Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Kassim Afegbua, during a recent briefing in Benin City where he showcased the government’s achievements under its […]
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While expressing gratitude for the resumption of farm input distribution by the Edo State government, the All Farmers’ Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Edo Chapter, has emphasized that young farmers in the state require more comprehensive support to thrive. According to AFAN, access to funding, modern infrastructure, and mechanized equipment are […]
Every election season, the same drama returns to Akoko Edo. Politicians who disappeared after the last election suddenly surface. Long convoys drive through Igarra, Ibillo, Ososo and other communities that rarely see them. Candidate posters flood every pole, wall, and rock. Loudspeakers blast promises like development is just one vote away. […]
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, […]
The Edo State Government has strongly defended its record in office, asserting that tangible progress has been made across key sectors despite opposition criticisms. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kasim Afegbua, made this declaration at a press conference held in Benin City on Wednesday, outlining the administration’s focus on […]
The Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, Mike Sado, has publicly addressed recent allegations leveled against him, asserting his unwavering dedication to the development of the Okpella kingdom. In a press briefing held in Benin City on Tuesday, the traditional ruler acknowledged the existence of what he termed “retrogressive forces” attempting to derail […]
The Federal Government has recommenced the dualization of the Lokoja–Benin Road, focusing on the Obajana Junction to Benin section. This initiative underscores the government’s dedication to providing robust and sustainable infrastructure nationwide. Following the termination of underperforming contracts, work on this crucial highway restarted in February 2025, aligning with President […]
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 […]
Residents and traders along Sapele Road in Benin City are expressing their appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Monday Okpebholo for the recently completed repairs on the long-abandoned road. According to a statement released by Dr. Patrick Ebojele, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, the reconstruction has brought significant […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has assured residents of renewed hope, stronger security, and accelerated development in 2026, pledging that no community will be left behind as his administration builds on the gains of its first year in office. In his New Year message, signed by his Chief Press […]