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FG Begins Payment of New Pension Increments for Retirees

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has commenced the implementation of new pension increments for retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme. The adjustment, which adds ₦32,000 to monthly pensions, will take effect from the September 2025 payroll cycle. According to PTAD, the increment follows President Bola Tinubu’s approval of an emergency budgetary allocation announced in […]

Tinubu Orders Probe Into Death of Arise TV Journalist Somtochukwu Maduagwu

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a thorough investigation into the tragic death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, a news anchor and producer with Arise Television, who was killed on Sunday during an armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe district of Abuja. In a statement released on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, […]

Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Speak Positively, Promises Brighter Future

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to refrain from speaking ill of the country, emphasizing that Nigeria has crossed a critical threshold and is now on the path to recovery and growth. Speaking at a book presentation by Governor Hope Uzodimma during his one-day working visit to Owerri on Tuesday, Tinubu assured citizens that prosperity […]

Tinubu Approves Appointment of New Leaders for Three Federal Agencies

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new leaders for three federal agencies, a decision the Presidency says is aimed at strengthening critical institutions and enhancing service delivery. The announcement was made on Tuesday in a statement by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the […]

INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF EDO STATE

October 1, 2025October 1, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

My good people of Edo State, Today, we gather to celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary—a day of pride, reflection, and renewed hope. It is a moment to remember the courage and sacrifices of our founding fathers, who fought with vision and determination to give us a free nation. Since assuming office less than a year […]

OBA OF BENIN HONOURS GOV. OKPEBHOLO WITH ROYAL BIRTHDAY GIFT

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed profound gratitude to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, for presenting him with a royal birthday gift in honour of his recent celebration. The symbolic presentation took place on Monday, September 29, at the Governor’s Office in Benin […]

Edo Exco Approves N799.8bn Revised Supplementary Budget, Prioritizes Infrastructure

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Executive Council has approved a revised supplementary budget of N799.820 billion for the 2025 fiscal year, up from the initial N675.220 billion. The adjustment represents an increase of about N125 billion (18%). The approval came after an emergency executive meeting held on Monday, September 29, 2025, and presided over by the Chairman-in-Council […]

Edo State Government Establishes Ecological Funding and Management Commission

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government wishes to inform the general public that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the establishment of the Ecological Funding and Management Commission to provide a legal and institutional framework for promoting sustainable environmental management in Edo State. This landmark initiative will ensure transparent and accountable mobilization […]