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The National Economic Council (NEC) has called for the immediate strengthening of State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMAs) across all 36 states of the federation to enhance flood preparedness and disaster response. In a statement released on Thursday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President), […]
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In a move aimed at strengthening the executive arm of the Edo State Government, the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the nomination of four distinguished individuals as Honourable Commissioner Designates. The nominations, which are to be forwarded to the Edo State House of Assembly for consideration and confirmation, reflect […]
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The Federal Government has instructed the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) to collaborate with state governors in developing bankable housing projects that will deliver homeownership solutions directly to Nigerians. The directive was issued by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, during the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria Day at the 19th […]
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In a bold move to address recurring industrial actions across the country, the Federal Government has approved a comprehensive National Industrial Relations Policy aimed at promoting labour stability and reducing the frequency of strikes. The approval was granted during this week’s meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC). According to the Minister of Information and […]
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The Federal Government has commenced the reconstruction of the collapsed Keffi Flyover in Nasarawa State and is fast-tracking critical road infrastructure projects across the country. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, made this known while briefing State House correspondents after Thursday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, which was presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Describing […]
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The Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Barrister Kasimu Otono as the new Special Adviser on Oil and Gas. This appointment follows the suspension of the former Special Adviser, Mr. Felix Isere. Barr. Otono is a seasoned legal practitioner, real estate entrepreneur, philanthropist, and grassroots mobilizer. He […]
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A recent ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, which declared the National Youth Service Corps’ (NYSC) ban on skirts for female corps members as unconstitutional, has sparked diverse reactions across Edo State, particularly among women. The court ruled that the NYSC’s dress code policy, which mandates the wearing of trousers for female members, […]
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Benin City, Nigeria – The Federal Government’s latest importation policy has sparked mixed reactions among residents of Benin City, following the announcement that no procurement of foreign goods or services—when locally available—will be allowed without proper justification and a waiver from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). During a street interview conducted by Vibes FM […]
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