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The Uromi robbery incident has once again given credence to the clarion call by Nigerians on the immediate need to localize security in the country as it would require a preternatural disposition to execute any security plan that does not…

The Edo State Government has concluded plans to commence a recertification campaign for buildings in the Ugbor, Ogheghe, Amagba communities and environs in the Benin metropolis to guard against building collapse and other hazards. Commissioner for Physical Planning, Urban and…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said his administration will partner the federal government on the management of the Okomu National Park, to revitalize the park and strengthen security in the area. Obaseki disclosed this on Thursday while…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has called for stronger collaboration among global stakeholders as well as a more stringent legal framework to combat illegal wildlife trade and trafficking so as to conserve the ecosystem and preserve wildlife. Obaseki…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has slammed the National Assembly for rejecting 5 bills seeking affirmative action and inclusion for women in politics and other spheres of the society. The governor, in a statement, said: “The recent developments…

…dissolves ward devt c’ttees The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reconstituted the committee to boost the state government’s response to the outbreak of Lassa fever epidemic. The Commissioner for Health, Prof. Obehi Akoria, disclosed this while briefing journalists after the weekly…

…recruits, trains more firemen in Edo The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Wednesday, took delivery of an additional ultra-modern industrial-sized fire truck from the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company Limited (NPDC) to boost the state’s response to fire emergencies.…

… recruits new teachers to address shortage of teaching staff The Edo State Government has said the state’s new policy on education will improve the quality of education and enhance the learning outcomes in schools, in line with the government’s…

The Edo State Government has partnered with the Federal Government, security agencies and other relevant stakeholders in the oil and gas sector to tackle the issues of long queues, adulteration and hike in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS)…

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has faulted the sharing formula for the Federal Government’s conditional cash transfer programme and the distribution of other social amenities. He said this when he received the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character…