The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has given a strong endorsement to the ongoing training programme for 500 forest guards in Edo State, confirming that it fully meets the approved national standards. Maj.-Gen. Hilary Mabeokwu, Director of Defence Affairs at ONSA, conveyed this commendation on Thursday during a […]
Monday Okpebholo
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has expressed satisfaction with the impressive voter turnout recorded during the ongoing local government election across the state, describing it as a strong endorsement of his administration’s good governance. The governor made the remark shortly after casting his vote at Ward 2, Udomi Primary […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has expressed strong confidence in the quality of the ongoing reconstruction of the Benin-Sapele road, assuring residents that the concrete pavement being used will serve the state for up to 80 years with minimal major maintenance. The governor gave this assurance shortly after personally […]
The Edo State House of Assembly on Wednesday confirmed Mr. Anayochukwu (Martin) Oli, a businessman and community leader from Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State, as a Commissioner-nominee of Governor Monday Okpebholo. The confirmation followed a motion moved by the Majority Leader, Hon. Jonathan Ibhamawu, during plenary in Benin […]
The Head of Service of Edo State, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, has proudly declared that Edo State now ranks as the leading state in e-governance across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Dr. Okungbowa made the declaration on Monday while addressing Permanent Secretaries, Directors, and other members of staff […]
The Edo State High Court of Justice is set to launch a dedicated Special Criminal Court in July to accelerate the prosecution of serious offences, particularly those involving cultism and kidnapping. This development was announced in an official statement signed by the Court’s Chief Registrar, Benson Osawaru, on Friday in […]
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has once again demonstrated his dedication to building an all-inclusive administration by nominating Mr. Martin Oli, a successful businessman and respected community leader from Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State, as a Commissioner-Designate. This latest appointment was announced in a statement issued by the […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to rid the state of criminal elements and create a secure environment that allows farmers and residents to carry out their daily activities without fear. The governor gave this assurance on Friday while inaugurating the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has urged citizens and leaders alike to stay alert, united, and actively involved in protecting the country’s hard-won democratic values as Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day. In a strongly worded message released on June 12, Governor Okpebholo described the annual commemoration not merely as […]
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for businesses, as part of efforts to attract more local and foreign investments into the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo gave the assurance on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Diverse Autocare Centre Hub and Compressed […]