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Gov Okpebholo Approves Strategic Investments in Transport, Security, Agriculture, and Infrastructure

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Executive Council (EXCO), led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, has rolled out a fresh wave of major investments across key sectors—including transportation, security, agriculture, and infrastructure—designed to improve the welfare of residents and drive sustainable development. Briefing journalists after the meeting, Commissioner for Information and Communication, Paul Ohombamu, said EXCO reached “a lot […]

Edo State Governor Approves New Commissioner-Designates

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government hereby notifies the general public that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the nomination of the following individuals as Commissioner-Designates for Edo State: Dr. Elizabeth Ebosele Dr. Elizabeth Onome Ebosele is a development economist, public policy expert, and humanitarian with proven expertise in budgeting, planning, and […]

Edo State Secures $250 Million EuroAfrica CCI Investment Deal at Glasgow Summit

September 25, 2025September 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, has sealed a landmark $250 million investment agreement with the European African Chamber of Commerce and Industries (EuroAfrica CCI), a coalition representing chambers of commerce in 98 countries across Europe and Africa. The deal, signed at the 2025 Edo State Global Investment Summit in Glasgow, Scotland, […]

The Pathfinder’s Saddle: Governor Okpebholo Steering Edo Toward Renewal

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Ten months is a blink in history, but it is enough time to sense the rhythm of leadership and the stirrings of change. When Governor Monday Okpebholo took office, Edo people carried cautious expectations, yearning for a leader who would not just occupy Osadebey Avenue but walk their streets, hear their voices, and feel their […]

Gov. Okpebholo Commences ₦4.6bn Settlement for 714 Disengaged Staff

September 23, 2025September 23, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the payment of the first tranche of benefits to staff of the Colleges of Education, Ekiadolor and Igueben, who were disengaged under controversial circumstances by the immediate past administration of Mr. Godwin Obaseki. This landmark intervention underscores Governor Okpebholo’s commitment to fairness, justice, and the welfare of […]

Edo Sports Commission Reacts to Rugby Disqualification, Reaffirms Commitment to Fair Play

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Sports Commission has responded to the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation’s (NRFF) decision to disqualify Team Edo from the Boys’ Rugby Sevens event at the 2025 National Youth Games in Asaba, describing the ruling as “disappointing but instructive.” Over the weekend, the NRFF announced that Edo State had been stripped of its bronze […]

Edo Sports Commission Chairman Hails Dr. Uyi Akpata’s Reelection as NCF President

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Desmond Enabulele, has congratulated Dr. Uyi Akpata on his resounding reelection as President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), after securing 47 votes to retain the position. In a statement issued through his Media Officer, Wilson Edoko, Enabulele described the victory as a remarkable milestone […]

NUJ Edo Council Celebrates Chairman Festus Alenkhe on Birthday

September 22, 2025September 23, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The State Working Committee (SWC) of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, has joined colleagues and well-wishers in celebrating its Chairman, Comrade Festus Alenkhe, on his birthday today. In a goodwill message, the SWC hailed Comrade Alenkhe as a visionary leader whose dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment to journalists’ welfare have greatly […]