The Edo State Government has flagged off a comprehensive sensitisation campaign across tertiary institutions aimed at tackling the growing menace of substance abuse among young people. The initiative, tagged “Shine Above Drug Abuse,” is spearheaded by Mr Andrew Efe, Senior Special Assistant to Governor Monday Okpebholo on Drug and Illicit […]
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Edo State has reaffirmed its pledge to sustain and broaden the impact of the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises in the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) project, signaling a continued drive toward resilient rural livelihoods through agribusiness development. The commitment came during the wrap-up of the Fifth Joint Supervision Mission of the Federal […]
The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has announced that over 5,000 young people in Edo State are currently enrolled in its skill acquisition programme. The initiative is part of a nationwide effort to equip Nigerians with practical vocational skills that foster self-reliance and economic growth. Director-General of NDE, Mr. Silas […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced a large-scale recruitment initiative targeting the state’s youth population. The announcement was made at an All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area, held in support of the upcoming August 16, 2025, Edo Central Senatorial by-election. Governor […]