Another practical expression of the heightening unemployment crisis in the country manifested the other day when 8000 job applicants sat for “aptitude test” for only 250 available positions in Edo State Traffic Management Agency (EDSTMA).

The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has announced the appointment of Prof. Julius Ihonvbere as Chairman, Strategic Planning Team, in the Governor’s Office. A statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie disclosed this yesterday.

Edo state governor, Godwin Obaseki Monday said his administration would rebuild technical colleges across the state to train skilled technical manpower for industrialisation and job creation for the state.

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo on Monday in Benin announced the appointment of Mr. Osarodion Ogie as the Secretary to the State Government.