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We’re Partnering With Military to Tackle Kidnapping in Edo – Okpebholo

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s strategic partnership with the Nigerian Army in the ongoing fight against kidnapping and other criminal activities across the state. The governor made this known when he received the Commander of the Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport, Major General Nansak Danjuma Shagaya, alongside other […]

Refining Edo’s Future Through Governor Okpebholo’s Strategic Energy Investment

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

By Patrick Akhere Ebojele PhD When Governor Monday Okpebholo announced Edo State’s partnership with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to establish a 10,000 barrels-per-day condensate refinery, it was clear this was not just another government project. It was a statement — of intent, of confidence, and of a government determined to build […]

EDSG Launches Campaign Against Cultism and Drug Abuse, Visits Schools in Edo South Senatorial District

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has embarked on a strategic, enlightenment-driven campaign against cultism and drug abuse across secondary schools in the Edo South Senatorial District. In a move to “catch them young,” the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo has taken the campaign directly to schools, sensitising students on the dangers associated with drug abuse, cultism, […]

Gov Okpebholo’s Reforms Attract Major Investment as Edo Gets 10,000 BPD Condensate Refinery

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Monday Okpebholo’s policy reforms and investment-friendly environment are continuing to attract major investors to Edo State, reinforcing confidence in the state as a prime destination for business and industrial growth. The latest milestone is the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited’s plan to establish a 10,000 barrels per day (BPD) condensate refinery in Edo, […]

Okpebholo’s Agricultural Revolution Yields Results as Edo Records Massive Maize Harvest

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo’s Agricultural Revolution Policy is beginning to deliver visible results, particularly in maize production, following a successful harvest at the state-owned Udomi Farm Settlement in Esan Central Local Government Area. Speaking to journalists on the outcome of Phase One of the state’s “Back to Farm Initiative,” the Commissioner for Agriculture […]

Edo Chief of Staff Embarks on Familiarisation Tour of Government House Departments

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Chief of Staff to the Edo State Governor, Hon. Yakubu O. Musa, JP, on Tuesday conducted a familiarisation tour of key departments within the Edo State Government House, following an earlier interactive meeting with staff members held on Friday, February 6, 2026. The tour was aimed at deepening engagement with departments under the Governor’s […]

Oredo LG Denies Allegations of Illegal Levies at Ugbor Market

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Chairman of Oredo Local Government Council, Honourable Gabriel Iduseri, has dismissed allegations circulating on social media that the council is collecting illegal levies at Ugbor Market through an individual identified as Sharia. The council stated categorically that it has not authorised any individual, agent or group to collect illegal fees or monies on its […]

Gov. Okpebholo’s First-Ever Retreat Seeks To Reset Edo Governance for Results

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo’s first Orientation and Strategic Leadership Retreat marks a major turning point in Edo State’s governance approach. Speaking at the opening of the three-day retreat for top government officials at Udomi Townhall in Esan Central Local Government Area, the governor made it clear that the gathering was not ceremonial but a serious […]