Edo Governor Appoints New Governing Council for Edo State Polytechnic
The Edo State Government has announced the appointment of a new Governing Council for Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve academic standards across tertiary institutions in the state. In a statement signed and Issued on Wednesday, the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, said the appointments […]
Diphtheria Disease: Edo Govt Places Hospitals On Red Alert, Intensify Detections
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State government said it has placed hospitals in the state on red alert to address patients brought in with the Diphtheria disease. The state governor, Monday Okpebholo, disclosed this through a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua in Benin City. The statement said, the state government wishes […]
Edo PDP Blasts Okpebholo Over Move to Demolish Properties of Opposition Figures
Ismail Abdulazeez Mantu Reporting The Edo State Government under Senator Monday Okpebholo has once again drawn fierce criticism over what many describe as a renewed wave of political oppression, intimidation, and targeted harassment against opposition voices in the state. This time, the storm centers around Hon. Marcus Onobun, the lawmaker representing Esan West, […]
BREAKING: Edo Govt. Seals PDP Chieftain, Iduoyekemhen’s Hotel
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State Government has sealed Eterno Hotel, a hospitality facility belonging to a chieftain of the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) located in the Government Reservation Area (GRA), Benin City. The action was carried out by the Edo State Development and Building Control Agency (ESDBCA), as evidenced by […]
Edo Govt Suspends PSR Team After Public Outcry, Tragic Death of 2-year-old Girl
In a dramatic response to mounting public pressure and a recent tragedy, the Edo State Government has announced the indefinite suspension of the Public Safety Response Team (PSRT). The decision, announced on Friday by Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., comes amid allegations of widespread misconduct by operatives of the team, including […]
Exclusive: APC Chieftain Blasts Mayaki for Attempting a “Backdoor” Return to Party After Public Criticism
A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Esan North East, Chief Audu Mohammed, has harshly criticized John Mayaki for allegedly seeking to rejoin the APC just two months after attacking Governor Monday Okpebholo and other party leaders in Edo State. Chief Audu’s remarks were made in response to Mayaki’s recent overtures toward […]
Rule of Law Under Siege: Edo Gov Faces Backlash Over Alleged Manipulation of Council Impeachment Processes
In light of recent controversies surrounding the impeachment of local government officials, the Edo State Local Government Law 2000, as amended in 2002, outlines the strict procedural framework for removing a Chairman or Vice Chairman from office. This legal provision is a cornerstone of democratic governance, ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in the […]