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The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving the livelihood of senior citizens in the state, noting that his administration’s pension reforms assure better conditions for the aged. The governor gave the assurance during…
The Edo State Security Vigilante Network has arrested members of a syndicate specialised in theft of armoured cables in the Benin metropolis. An official of the Edo State Security Vigilante Network, who led the operation, Osasere Ekhator, said the three…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has commiserated with a leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Tom Ikimi, over the passing of his sister, Madam Tessy Namorie Ikimi. In a statement, the governor said, “I am deeply…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Tuesday, received Mr. Ehizogie Iyeomoan, an Edo indigene who emerged winner of the 2021 Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) National Essay Competition, which had over 5,000 entries. Iyeomoan’s essay titled, “How to…
The draws for the second edition of the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT) will take place tomorrow, in Benin City, Edo State capital. The draws are scheduled to hold at the New Festival Hall, Government House, Benin City, the Edo…
…sets up special courts to prosecute perpetrators of sexual, physical abuse in schools The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said the government will kick off the arrest and prosecution of parents and guardians of out-of-school children from the…
…urges increased private sector participation in creative industry The maiden edition of the Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF), which had participants from over 94 different countries across the globe, came to a close at the weekend, with the Edo…
The Edo State First Lady, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, on Monday, led other members of the organizing committee for the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT) on an inspection of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and other facilities for the second edition…
‘Ossiomo Power Company not owing for gas supply’ – Ogiehon The Edo State Government has concluded plans to extend the Ossiomo Power to other senatorial districts in the state, in a renewed effort by the Governor Godwin Obaseki-led administration to…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has urged for the collaboration of stakeholders in developing a master plan for the tourism sector that will impact on socio-economic development and improve livelihoods of Edo people. The governor made the call…
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