Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State presented and concluded his case at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal on Monday, calling only one witness during the proceedings. Leading counsel Mr. Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN, represented Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and informed the three-member tribunal, presided over by Justice […]
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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 […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, inaugurated a comprehensive malaria elimination program on Thursday, aimed at addressing the significant health challenge posed by malaria in the region. This initiative will provide free malaria testing, treatment, and the distribution of malaria medications across all government hospitals in the state. During the […]
The Edo State Government has announced the suspension of two high-ranking officials: Samson Osagie, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, and Damian Lawani, the Chairman of the Local Government Service Commission. The announcement was made on Thursday morning by Mr. Musa Ikhilor, the Secretary to the State Government, during a […]
The Edo Assets Verification Committee has urged the state government to reassess contracts awarded during the tenure of former Governor Godwin Obaseki, citing concerns over potential fraud and corruption. This call was made during the presentation of the committee’s final report to Governor Monday Okpebholo in Benin City on Wednesday. […]
The Edo State government has categorically refuted ongoing rumors suggesting that local government employees are experiencing salary delays amid a supposed crisis in various councils. In an official statement released from Benin City, Mr. Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, described these claims as unfounded and […]
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has signed a new law that prescribes a 21-year prison sentence for individuals involved in secret cult activities and their financial backers. This legislative change, confirmed in a statement released on Tuesday by Umar Ikhllor, the Secretary to the State Government, aims to strengthen efforts […]
Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has publicly dismissed rumors suggesting a conflict with Governor Monday Okpebholo, labeling such speculation as unfounded and stemming from the actions of mischief-makers. Idahosa made these remarks during a meeting with members and executives of the Edo Parliament of Nigeria at the Government House […]
Traders at the Ogiso market in Oredo Local Government Area staged a strike on Wednesday in response to the imposition of a daily levy of N100, which they claim is intended to support the market leader. The protest comes amid escalating tensions following an alleged attack by thugs aiming to […]