Governor Godwin Obaseki
12 Sep
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has expressed deep concerns about the security situation in the state ahead of the upcoming election
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Edo state Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, said on Tuesday expressed optimism that the incoming administration would inherit a masterplan that
27 May 2024
The Edo State Government has paid the N70,000 new minimum wage to workers in the state, in fulfilment of his promise to increase
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Players and officials of Edo Queens FC are on cloud nine following their triumph at the 2024 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL),
21 May 2024
The Edo State governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said the state will leverage its diplomatic and business ties with the Swedish Government to create more opportunities in education, cultural exchange and entrepreneurship for youths.
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Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has said that reforms by his government to rejig the State’s economy, support investment inflow and guarantee an enabling environment for business growth led to the growth of the state’s economy from about $10 billion to over $26 billion in the last seven and a half years.
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Edo State government has assured residents that the Regional Development and Benin City master plan will be backed by legislation to ensure strict compliance and sustainable development.
3 May 2024
The inhabitants of over 22 communities in Inikorogha in Ovia South West Local Council of Edo State have raised the alarm over planned withdrawal of security personnel in their communities.
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The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has increased the minimum wage for Edo workers from N40,000 to N70,000 effective from May 1, 2024.
24 Apr 2024
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has said that the ban on open grazing in the state remains, warning that anyone found wanting will be made to face the full wrath of the law.
18 Apr 2024
Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has said the Nigerian Pavilion at the 60th edition of the Venice Biennale, organised by the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA), has showcased the rich potential of contemporary Nigeria art, which mirrors the peculiarities of the country’s present challenges and hopes.
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