Gov. Godwin Obaseki
1 Oct
As Nigeria Marks its 64th independence anniversary, Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo, on Monday restated his commitment to democracy in the face of pressures from different interests that seek to set the nation back. READ ALSO:Obaseki, Shaibu bicker over alleged plot to invade govt house In a statement to commemorate the day,…
20 Sep
Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo, on Friday, announced that the Stella Obasanjo 270-bed Hospital would be inaugurated in October. READ ALSO:Nigeria technically bankrupt, says Obaseki Obaseki disclosed this during a media tour of the hospital facilities in Benin. He was represented by Dr Stanley Ehiahinmwian, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry…
18 Sep
The Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, says the security agencies will ensure that this Saturday’s governorship election in Edo is conducted free and fair under a conducive environment. Musa gave the assurance on Wednesday, when he visited the state to assess the readiness of members of the Armed Forces and Security agencies…
20 Aug 2024
A former governor of Edo State and Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Adams Oshiomhole, on Tuesday
2 Aug 2024
Mr. Udoh Oberaifo, the Candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) for the Sept. 21, Governorship election in Edo, has promised to create over 300,000 jobs for Edo people if elected governor. Oberaifo told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in an interview on Friday in Benin, that the jobs would be created through a…
13 Apr 2024
Leaders and stakeholders of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo South Senatorial District, known as PDP Legacy group, on Friday demanded fair treatment from Gov. Godwin Obaseki before it will take a position on the upcoming governorship election in the state.
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