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For a state to have rapid growth and development there is the need for its economy to be diversified.Statistics have shown that most Nigerian states that have staggering debts and experiencing low growth and development are those that have totally…
The infusion of $500 million in investment into the development of oil palm estates and plantations has given a new lease of life to the state’s agricultural sector, leading to increased productivity and better livelihoods in the state. This was…
The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC), on Thursday, released the timetable for election in the 18 local government areas of the state. The election, according to the commission, is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. The Chairman…
…steps up response to fire emergencies The Edo State Government has said the newly commissioned 700-capacity Benin Central Park Terminal at the Obakhavbaye axis of Benin City, will fully begin operations on Monday, March 28, 2022. The Commissioner for Transportation,…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Thursday, swore-in Dr. Bartholomew Brai as the Commissioner for Science and Technology. Obaseki, during the swearing-in at the Government House, Benin City, charged the appointee to see to the realization of the…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said his administration will continue to prioritize security, healthcare, education, quality infrastructure among others to improve the living standard of the people and ensure sustainable development. Obaseki gave the assurance when he…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has inaugurated the seven-member Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC), headed by Justice James Oyomire (Rtd.), to conduct elections into local government councils across the state. The governor, during the swearing-in at the…
The Edo Government has disclosed plans to build at least one technical school in each of the 18 local government areas in the state to resuscitate Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). Commissioner for Education, Dr. Joan Osa-Oviawe, who…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Wednesday, said his administration is strengthening the state’s response to human trafficking and illegal migration. Obaseki disclosed this when he received the Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, Stefano De Leo, who was on…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has congratulated media icon and Chairman of Soni Irabor Media Group, Soni Irabor, on his 70th birthday. Obaseki, in a statement, noted that the veteran broadcaster has carved a niche for himself, helping to…