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The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has urged young people to join the global effort to improve sanitation and end open defecation by developing innovative solutions to the burden of unsafe water, sanitation and hygiene that threatens the health…

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…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Thursday, swore-in newly appointed political aides, charging them to be of good behavior and ensure the delivery of quality service to Edo people. The appointees include Princess Mrs. Philomena Ihenyen who was…

The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the transformation of the state’s civil and public service, ensuring that every worker is adequately equipped to function optimally and deliver quality service to Edo people. The Edo State Head of…

Focal Person of the Edo State Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Office, Mrs. Eire Ifueko Alufohai, has said the just concluded Alaghodaro 2021 has strengthened the efforts of the Governor Godwin Obaseki-led administration at ending poverty and achieving sustainable economic growth…