17 h. ago Edo Govt to improve learning facilities, recruit more teachers for public schools — Okpebholo 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has promised to improve learning facilities, recruit more qualified teachers, provide good infrastructure, a conducive learning atmosphere, and secure school environments across the State. He made the pledge when he inspected ongoing renovation of some schools in Edo Central, which were hitherto in very bad […] The post Edo Govt to improve learning facilities, recruit more teachers for public schools — Okpebholo  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Grassroots development key to Okpebholo govt – Edo deputy gov

Edo State deputy governor, Dennis Idahosa, on Tuesday, said the Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration will develop the rural areas to engender sustainable growth in the state. In a statement signed by Idahosa’s Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor stated this when he played host to the Association of Local Government Secretaries, Edo State Read More

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1 week ago Edo Gov’t Threatens Revocation Of Illegally Acquired Farmlands

Edo State deputy governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa has vowed that all illegally acquired farmlands by some companies in the state would be revoked. Idahosa, who stated in Benin on Friday when he received members of the Association of Cocoa Farmers, noted that some farmlands were acquired through proxies. In a statement by his Chief […]

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2 w. ago Julie Development Initiative fosters improved learning to empower pupils, communities

Julie Development Initiative (JDI), founded by Mayolein MacDonald of the Odual Kingdom in Rivers State, Nigeria, has pledged its commitment read more Julie Development Initiative fosters improved learning to empower pupils, communities

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2 w. ago BEDC applauds Edo govt’s bold step towards energy independence, consumers protection

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin   BEDC Electricity Plc has expressed confidence in the newly enacted Edo State Electricity Law, describing it as a landmark policy that promotes a healthy collaboration in the state. The company said that it also fosters healthy competition and consumer protection while creating a conducive business environment for all stakeholders in […] The post BEDC applauds Edo govt’s bold step towards energy independence, consumers protection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo

Tribune Online Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo   THE killing of 16 travellers suspected to be kidnappers by a mob in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government of Edo State has continued to draw wide condemnations across the country. Recall that 16 hunters travelling to Kano State from Rivers for Sallah festivities were intercepted by local vigilantes after which they were beaten […] Reps, Kano govt, JNI, others condemn mob killing of 16 travellers in Edo Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Kano govt condemns killing of 16 Kano bound travellers in Edo State

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano    The Kano State government expresses its deepest sympathy for the families and friends of the victims involved in the tragic incident in Uromi, Edo State.   A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya said , “The brutal killing, which claimed the lives […] The post Kano govt condemns killing of 16 Kano bound travellers in Edo State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edo: Okpebholo declares state of emergency on public schools

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Arising from the deplorable state of schools across the state, Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has declared a state of emergency on public schools throughout Edo State. The Governor, who was accompanied on an inspection tour of some schools in Ikpoba-Okha and Egor Local Government Areas of Edo South Senatorial District, […] The post Edo: Okpebholo declares state of emergency on public schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Edo govt vows support as Niger Delta Sports Festival torch arrives Benin

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, on Monday, received the Unity Torch for the Niger Delta Sports Festival at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Shortly after, he led an entourage of torchbearers and sportsmen to the Government House, where he handed over […] The post Edo govt vows support as Niger Delta Sports Festival torch arrives Benin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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