Category: State News

Edo Appoints New SSG
August 12, 2024 No Responses

Edo Appoints New SSG

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has appointed Joseph Eboigbe as the new Secretary to the Edo State Government after the resignation of Osarodion Ogie.In a statement, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media Projects, Crusoe Osagie said the...
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Lagos Increases Blue Rail Line Trips To 72 Per Day
August 11, 2024 No Responses

Lagos Increases Blue Rail Line Trips To 72 Per Day

The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line will from Monday, 12th August 2024 increase its number of trips from 54 to 72 per day.   However, the current schedule for Sunday operations remained unchanged The Managing Director of Lagos Metropolitan.....
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Obaseki Mourns Emeritus Archbishop Ekpu
August 8, 2024 No Responses

Obaseki Mourns Emeritus Archbishop Ekpu

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has mourned the passing of Emeritus Archbishop of Benin City Archdiocese, Archbishop Patrick Ebosele Ekpu, describing him as a great ambassador of the Catholic faith. In a statement, the governor said: “I am d...
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‘Looted Bags Of Rice Funded With N2b By Edo Govt‘
August 5, 2024 No Responses

‘Looted Bags Of Rice Funded With N2b By Edo Govt‘

The Chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Edo State Chapter, Apst. Gen. Dr. Irekpono Omoike said the vandalized residence where bags of rice were looted by hoodlums in Urora, in Ikoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State is owned...
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Okomu Oil Palm Donates Relief Materials To Victims Of Attack
August 3, 2024 No Responses

Okomu Oil Palm Donates Relief Materials To Victims Of Attack

As part of its commitment to support neighbouring communities, management of Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc has donated relief materials to victims of attacks on Okomu community, which led to the  destruction of the Edo State Security Network base in Oko...
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Obaseki Addresses Edo Protesters, Insists On Peaceful Demonstrations
August 2, 2024 No Responses

Obaseki Addresses Edo Protesters, Insists On Peaceful Demonstrations

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Thursday, addressed protesters within the Benin metropolis in the wake of the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests by citizens to express displeasure over the difficult living conditions, arising from various pol...
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Lagos To Deploy 2,000 CNG Buses, 5,000 Cars
July 25, 2024 No Responses

Lagos To Deploy 2,000 CNG Buses, 5,000 Cars

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has disclosed plans to deploy 2,000 high-capacity buses through the Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for mass public transportation next year (2025). Governor Sanwo-Olu made the revelation at the Lagos Invest...
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At Okomu Oil Palm, Netherlands Consul-General Harps On Support For Small Holders
July 23, 2024 No Responses

At Okomu Oil Palm, Netherlands Consul-General Harps On Support For Small Holders

The Consul-General to the Kingdom of Netherlands in Nigeria, Michel Deelen has commended Okomu Oil Palm company PLC for her partnership with small holders.   The Diplomat spoke during a visit to Okomu Oil and after an interactive session with smallho...
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Edo Appeals Judgment On Deputy Governor
July 17, 2024 No Responses

Edo Appeals Judgment On Deputy Governor

The Edo State Government has said the incumbent Deputy Governor of the State, Omobayo Marvellous Godwins remains and continues to serve as the valid deputy Governor of the State pending the hearing of the appeal of the judgement that faulted...
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Edo Sacks Health Commissioner
July 15, 2024 No Responses

Edo Sacks Health Commissioner

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has approved the disengagement of the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Samuel Alli, with immediate effect.In a statement, the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., also announced the appointment of Dr. ...
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Obaseki Inaugurates 20-Man Transition Committee
July 12, 2024 No Responses

Obaseki Inaugurates 20-Man Transition Committee

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Thursday, inaugurated a 20-member transition committee to pilot the smooth transition of power and knowledge to the next administration. The Committee is chaired by a former Commissioner for Finance in t...
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Sanwo-Olu Inaugurates Lagos Water Partnership
July 11, 2024 No Responses

Sanwo-Olu Inaugurates Lagos Water Partnership

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to intensify sustainable water sector reform solutions to ensure that Lagos can provide maximum value and opportunities through its water resources.&nbs...
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Lagos Insists On Propper Documentation For Housing Transactions 
July 9, 2024 No Responses

Lagos Insists On Propper Documentation For Housing Transactions 

In a bid to eradicate fraud in the transfer of Homeownership and protect the interest of allottees in case of loss of Homeownership documents, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing, Engr. Abdulhafis Toriola has advised members of the public that...
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Edo Extends Free Bus Service To November
July 9, 2024 No Responses

Edo Extends Free Bus Service To November

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has approved the extension of the free bus scheme implemented by the state government for another five months. With the extension, the scheme will run until November 11, 2024. The free transport scheme...
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