Day November 22, 2021

As part of efforts to sustain investment in the agriculture sector to attain food sufficiency, drive job creation and improve livelihoods, the Edo State Government has commenced construction of a new structure for the state Ministry of Agriculture, at the…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has eulogised late Lady Amena Eghobamien, describing her as a woman full of love and kindness. The governor who led other top government officials to the funeral, urged the children of the deceased to emulate her virtue. He said, “As for my cousins, they have no excuse not to…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has advocated for the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) to be accessible by private and public universities. The governor made the call at the maiden Archbishop Benson Idahosa memorial lecture, in Benin City, Edo State. He said, “The contributions from TETFUND are not from the government alone. It is derived from…

The Edo State Government has unveiled a state-of-the-art soundstage as part of the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, for use by the state’s burgeoning creative industry, providing a space for young talents to explore opportunities in the industry and develop world-class…

To train youths to set up and operate viable businesses in the agricultural sector, the Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, has commenced two new national diploma programmes in agricultural technology and agribusiness. Rector of the polytechnic, Prof. Abiodun Falodun, who spoke…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has said the state has the capacity to generate 10,000 Megawatts of electricity with its gas deposits, noting that the government plans to install over 200 kilometres of street lights to light up…