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The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, has joined millions of Edo people in celebrating the 55th birthday of the state governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo. In a goodwill message, Agbebaku described Governor Okpebholo as a visionary leader whose dedication to the welfare of the people continues to inspire confidence […]
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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a sharp increase in the cost of international passports, a move that will impact millions of Nigerians both at home and abroad. According to the revised pricing, a 32-page passport with a five-year validity will now cost ₦100,000, up from ₦50,000. Similarly, the 64-page passport with a ten-year […]
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The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to ramping up crude oil production through supportive policies, incentives, and stronger partnerships with international oil companies (IOCs). This assurance was given by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, during a courtesy visit by Mr. Nicolas Terraz, President of Exploration & Production at […]
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The Federal Government has announced plans to roll out a nationwide Buy Nigeria Goods campaign in the coming months, with a target of injecting about N3 trillion into the economy in the short term. Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, disclosed this yesterday at a pre-summit briefing ahead of […]
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The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), a strategic framework aimed at fast-tracking Nigeria’s journey toward achieving a one trillion-dollar economy. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who presided over Thursday’s NEC meeting, said the plan is designed to consolidate ongoing reforms while aligning with the Nigeria Agenda 2050. According to […]
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has decorated forty-two police officers attached to the Government House, Benin City, following their recent promotion. He charged them to remain committed to duty, uphold integrity, and demonstrate professionalism in service to the state. The governor, represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Gani Audu, congratulated the officers on […]
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The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has commended Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for approving the release of withheld salaries owed to judiciary workers in the state. In a letter of appreciation signed by its National President, Marwan Mustapha Adamu, and addressed to the Governor, the Union described the decision as a profound […]
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The long-abandoned Oba Market in Benin City, gutted by fire nearly a decade ago, is finally on the path to revival as Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has set June 2026 as the completion date for its reconstruction and remodeling. Governor Okpebholo, who inspected the ongoing works on Tuesday, reiterated his commitment to fulfilling […]
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