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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to providing motorable roads for the people of the State. Governor Okpebholo made this known in Benin City after inspecting some road projects within the city and its environs. Governor Okpebholo explained that the inspection is aimed at ensuring that contractors adhere to project specifications and maintain high standards. During the inspection, which he conducted alongside senior government officials, the Governor visited several ongoing road projects, including the Obadan Junction on the Benin-Auchi Expressway, Upper Mission by Aduwawa Junction, Temboga Road, and Upper Ekenwan Road near the Military Cantonment.  At these locations, he was warmly received by residents who expressed gratitude for his administration’s efforts to address their infrastructure needs. Governor Okpebholo expressed satisfaction with the progress of the projects, noting that the roads have been a priority for his ...

  The Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved the change of the name of "Edo State University, Uzairue," to now be known as "Edo University, Iyamho" with immediate effect. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq. and given to Journalists in Edo State "Accordingly, all documentations in respect of the Institution henceforth shall reflect the above change," the statement added

  President of the Nigerian Senate and former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Senator Godswill Akpabio has described the mandate of the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo as "divinely ordained by God to bring respite and development to Edo State." Akpabio made the remarks on Saturday when he received Governor Okpebholo at his residence in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Ascribing Okpebholo’s electoral victory to God, Akpabio said God had chosen him at this time to rewrite the history of Edo State and place it on the path of development. Akpabio said: “Your excellency, every leadership comes from God,  and God chooses whom He pleases. It pleases Him at this time to choose you and the APC to lead Edo people at a time like this. “You are a man of few words but full of action. Edo people have not misplaced their votes in choosing you. You have the heart of the common man, and I am confident that your leadership will bring development and transformation to your State." Akpabi...

Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has fulfilled one of his promises made to Edo State workers as he paid the 13th month salary to spice up the festive period for the workers. The governor in previous engagements have expressed the readiness of his administration to make welfare of Edo State workers a priority saying he is determined to pay Edo State workers as at when due monthly. Governor Monday Okpebholo who was sworn in on the 12th of November 2024 paid Civil and Public servants in the State on the 27th of November amidst criticism by the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) telling workers in the State that they will not get their salaries on time. Governor Monday Okpebholo is not an accidental governor but he came prepared for governance as such within two weeks of assuming office as governor of Edo State fulfill his promises to Edo State workers as he paid their November salaries without any delay. The head of service HOS Anthony Okungbowa who commended the State g...

The security situation in Edo State has greatly improved as the governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo's administration is collaborating with the relevant security agencies in the State to ensure Edo people enjoy a crime free yuletide. Governor Monday Okpebholo assured Edo people that under his watch, his administration will be firm in dealing with criminal elements in the State and improve the security situation to promote peace, harmony, unity, growth and development. The governor who has matched words with actions has taken several steps in keeping to his campaign promises of ensuring the State is safe for all citizens, friends and investors in the State. In his inaugural speech on November 12, 2024, the governor listed security as one of the five points agenda of his administration for the next four years and said that the people of Edo state have become victims of kidnapping and other violent crimes, noting that his administration will be firm in dealing with them. His budgetary prov...

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, said he will replicate Senator Godswill Akpabio’s transformation magic that transitioned Akwa Ibom to one of the finest States in Nigeria, in Edo State. Governor Okpebholo gave the remarks on Saturday during a reception held in his honour in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. Acknowledging Akpabio’s uncommon developmental strides in Akwa Ibom as Governor between 2007 and 2015, which has reposition the State and placed it as one of the most vibrant and beautiful States in the country, Okpebholo said he will ensure that the same template is used to transform and reposition Edo State. Governor Okpebholo said: “The man I love to call, ‘the uncommon man’ did so much when he was Governor, and today, Akwa Ibom history cannot be complete without Akpabio’s transformation magic story. Before he came, Akwa Ibom was one of the States written off. But within eight years as Governor, he achieved so much that today, Uyo is regarded as one of the finest cities ...

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has described the death of Gen Godwin Abbe shocking and a big blow to Edo State at a time his services were still needed. The Governor in a press statement issued by his  Press Secretary and made available to Journalists in Benin City said that Abbe died in a private hospital in Abuja  just few weeks to his 75th birthday. He said Abbe gave all his life serving the Nigeria Nation, having served as military Governor of Akwa Ibom and Rivera state as well as Minister of Defense and Interior Ministry. The Governor expressed sadness over the death of the late Retired General and extended his heart felt sympathy to the family and the good people of Edo State and pray God to grant the deceased eternal rest in peace as well as grant the state the fortitude to bear the loss. The late Retired General Abbe, according to family sources died in a private hospital after a protracted illness in Abuja, the federal capital.

..  Edo State Association of the Deaf, Chairman,  Mr. Kingsley Eromosele has appealed to Edo State Government to establish a Commission to take care of People with disabilities. The Chairman who made the call during the  Christmas party organized by Christabel Otueroro foundation for Children with disability in Benin City, noted that the establishment of  the Commission will give people with disability hope in the society. According to Mr. Eromosele who was the chairman at the Christmas party, people with disabilities have few representations when it comes to who speaks for them. While urging the government and parents to give special care to children with disabilities, Mr. Eromosele commended the Christabel Otueroro Foundation for giving a voice to the children with disabilities. "I was not born deaf, but today I give glory to God for what He has done for me. I want to appeal to the government to consider the establishment of the Commission for people with disabilit...

As Nigeria loses billions of dollars annually to corruption, the Africa Network for  Environment and Economic Justice, ANEEJ has called on youths to mobilize and amplify their voices in the fight  against corruption by leveraging technology to track government projects, expose irregularities and demand accountability. The Executive Director, ANEEJ, Rev. David Ugolor who made the call during the 2024 International Anti-corruption day noted that corruption is threatening the aspirations of the current generation and those yet to come. According to Rev. Ugolor who was represented by the Deputy Director, Comrade Leo Atakpu, youths should  speak out and refuse to normalize corruption and challenge unethical practices in their communities. "Corruption remains one of the greatest obstacles to our nation's development, destroying its potential and undermining the delivery of critical public services like education, health care, and infrastructure. "We join the global community to...

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has assured that his administration will make 2025 a better year for the people, through practical and good governance. Okpebholo gave the assurance while delivering his goodwill message at the hallowed chamber of the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA), venue of the 2024 Nine Lessons and Carol, organized by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku for Honourable Members and Staff of the Assembly. The Governor who joined the 24 Honourable Members and Staff of EDHA in a melodious tune, thanked God for his blessings upon the State and prayed for love, oneness and unity of the State as it progresses into 2025. "God has been good to us in the State. As the year is coming to an end, we will not end with the year, but see the end of it and together we shall all enter 2025, praying for more blessings,” he stated. The high point of the Carol was the rendition of different melodious tunes by the EDHA choir and El-Excess Choral choir to the delight...

  As nations continue to compete in technological, scientific and academic breakthroughs through various incentives, stakeholders in Nigeria have been worried that the nation has not paid much attention to this area as many deserving graduates are often  not celebrated.  The social media space had in recent times been flooded with reports of best graduating students of universities being rewarded with as low as N1,000 cash, while many of our first class graduates roam the streets in endless search for job opportunities. This, which clearly contrasts the reality in other sectors like the entertainment world, were the winners of reality TV shows, beauty pageant and other events that add no quantifiable value to the society are rewarded with hundreds of millions of Naira, had led to a culture where many young men have now popularized the saying,  “school na scam”. This discouraging paradox has seen a great relapse in the reading culture among the young ones. Students wo...

The Forum of Nigeria Women in Politics, FONWIP has advocated for Civil Society to hold nations accountable on clear bench mark of progress, stronger laws, full implementation of those laws, organize violence prevention programs and give training to judges, lawyers, health care professionals as well as survivor services to prevent violence against women and girls The call was made by Deaconess Hon. Amb. Florence Igbinigie JP during the 16 days of activism against gender based violence/International Human Rights day 2024 stakeholders Dialogue with the theme: Towards Beijing +30 Unite to end violence against women and girls, organized by FONWIP in Benin City. According to Hon. Florence Igbinigie who was represented by Mr. Joy Adodo, there is the need to support and advocate to government and the United Nations on the every woman treaty optional Protocol to the  Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination, CEDAW, enhance women right movement to access funds in fulfilli...

 GOV OKPEBHOLO PRESENTS N605BN 2025 BUDGET ESTIMATES ■N223 EARMARKED FOR RECURRENT EXPENDITURES, N381 FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has presented a budget estimate of N605 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. The Governor who presented the Appropriation Bill at the  chamber of the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA) on Tuesday, said it is a 25 percent increase from the 2024 Budget. The 2025 Budget is tagged: “Budget of Renewed Hope for a Rising Edo.”  The Governor said that 37% of this sum, amounting to N223 billion, will be dedicated to recurrent expenditure, while the remaining N381 billion, which represents 63%, will go into capital projects. The Governor said the proposed Bill is a product of wide consultations and that it will ensure accountability and transparency in governance for responsive service delivery to the people of Edo state.  "With gratitude to God and a great sense of responsibility, I stand before the Honourable Mem...