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Edo Government Rejects PDP Chairman’s Claims, Accuses Opposition of Spreading Misinformation

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has dismissed recent comments by factional Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chairman, Anthony Aziegbemi, describing them as part of a broader campaign of misinformation aimed at discrediting the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo. In a statement issued on Friday, the government said Aziegbemi’s remarks on the structure and operations of the state’s […]

Okpella Farmer Recounts 12-Day Kidnap Ordeal, Calls for Urgent Government Action

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

A farmer and furniture maker from Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, Gonoh Michael, has recounted his harrowing 12-day ordeal after being abducted by armed men while working on his farm. Michael, who was kidnapped on October 28, 2025, said he was weeding his farm when nine armed men emerged from the […]

Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele Congratulates Governor Monday Okpebholo on His One-Year Anniversary in Office

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

By Jumoke Ariyo. The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Honorable Desmond Enabulele, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Governor Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of his One-Year Anniversary in Office as the Executive Governor of Edo State.Enabulele in a statement, praised Governor Okpebholo’s visionary leadership, describing his first year in office as […]

Edo State SSEB Celebrates Governor Monday Okpebholo’s One-Year Anniversary in Office

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

By Jumoke Ariyo. The Edo State Senior Secondary Education Board (SSEB) has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of his one-year anniversary as the Governor of Edo State. In a statement signed by the Executive Chairman, Dr Rita Otibho Erewele, through her media officer Famous Iguisi, commended Governor Okpebholo […]

Governor Okpebholo Marks One Year in Office with Message of Hope and Renewal

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday delivered a landmark anniversary address that radiated optimism, gratitude, and resolve as he marked one year of purposeful, people-centered governance in the state. Speaking before a distinguished audience in Benin City, the Governor declared that his administration had “restored hope, rebuilt institutions, and renewed the people’s confidence […]

Edo SSEB Congratulates Governor Okpebholo on One-Year Anniversary, Commends Educational Reforms

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

By Jumoke Ariyo. The Edo State Senior Secondary Education Board (SSEB) has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo on his first anniversary in office, praising his administration’s strides in transforming the state’s education sector. In a statement signed by the Executive Chairman, Dr. Ikponmwonsa Erewele, through her media officer, Famous Iguisi, the Board described the Governor’s leadership […]

Edo Public Buildings Boss Hails Governor Okpebholo on One Year in Office

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Managing Director of the Edo State Public Building and Maintenance Agency, Architect Emmanuel Fashanu, has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo on the occasion of his one year in office, describing his leadership as people-focused and visionary. In a statement issued in Benin City, Fashanu commended the governor for his commitment to the welfare and development […]

MOWAA CONTROVERSY: I WAS NOT INFORMED OF FOREIGN DELEGATION, EU AMBASSADORS’ VISIT TO EDO — GOV OKPEBHOLO

November 11, 2025November 11, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed shock over the recent visit of foreign envoy to the State for activities related to the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA), revealing that his administration was not informed. The Governor made the clarification on Monday when he received a high-powered delegation of European diplomats, including the […]