Edo Times

EDSG plans Alaghodaro investment summit to boost economy

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

In a bid to re-engineer the economy of Edo State towards a better future for its citizens, the Godwin Obaseki-led government is set to host the maiden Edo State Investment Summit with the theme “Envisioning the Future” from November 10 – 12, 2017 at Edo Hotels, Okada Avenue, Benin City.

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Coronation anniversary: Iduoriyekemwen, others hail Benin monarch

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

As His Royal Majesty, Omo N’ Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolopolo, Oba Ewuare II, marks his first year anniversary on the throne as Oba of Benin Kingdom, members of the Legislature and former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Mathew Iduoriyekemwen, have described Oba Ewuare II as a great reformist, who has come […]

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Obaseki receives PDP decampees in state-wide post-election tour

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, accompanied by his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu and other top government functionaries, commenced a state-wide tour on Monday, to thank Edo people for voting him as governor in the last gubernatorial election. A visibly elated Obaseki who received Mr. Andrew Uzamere, formerly of the Peoples Democratic Party […]

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We’ll deal with erring contractors, says Edo Speaker

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

The Speaker, Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Kabiru Adjoto, says the Assembly will apply the full weight of the law on erring and defaulting contractors, for failing to execute road projects after collecting Mobilisation from the Federal Government. Hon. Adjoto while presiding over sitting during plenary said the failure of Dantata and Sawoe […]

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Clerics storm Edo for convention

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

Hundreds of Christian leaders are among Christian worshippers that will converge in Benin City, Edo State for the annual Christian convention slated for next week. The 7-day convention christened ‘Bible Alive Believers International Convention (BABIC)’ is organised by the Gospel Light International Ministry (GLIM) – New Covenant Gospel Church (NCGC). Frontline Church

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ITF empowers 500 trainees in Edo

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

In its mandate to address youth unemployment and encourage job creation, the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) in collaboration with the Edo State government has empowered at least 500 trainees in Edo state with skills and start-up packs for employability and entrepreneurship in their various vocation. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the second phase of […]

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Obaseki hails Super Eagles, urges them to go for victory in Russia

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2017 0

Governor of Edo State, Mr.Godwin Obaseki, has congratulated Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, on their 1-0 victory over Zambia last weekend.‎ The governor, who commended the team on the exceptional class with which they outsmarted their opponents, urged the victorious team not to rest on their oars even as they prepare for the […]

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Insecurity in Edo: IPAC begs Presidency to intervene

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2017 0

The chairman of the Edo State chapter of Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Hon. Agol, has added her voice to the recent call by some residents of the state to the presidency to intervene in the security situation in the state and address the issue holistically. She stated that the call has become imperative in […]

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Alleged 1.5b fraud: Court adjourns bail applications of Edo APC women leader, others

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2017 0

A Benin High Court sitting in Benin has adjourned the ruling of bail applications filed by counsel to the accused person, Edo State Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Aisosa Amadasun and others to October 13, 2017. Putting up his argument, defence counsel to the third and fourth accused persons, Barr. Ohio […]

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EDSG deploying tactful measures to tackle security challenges, Obaseki assures

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2017 0

The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has assured citizens and residents of the state that the state government is deploying resources tactfully to arrest the recent spike in security challenges in parts of the state. The Governor also expressed deep sympathy with the family of the late Prof. Paul Otasowie who unfortunately lost […]

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Living under high tension cables risky, EDSG warns residents

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2017 0

The Edo State Government has sensitised owners of buildings and other structures under high tension electricity cables in the state on the health risks. Speaking during a meeting with the property owners at Idogbo Secretariat in Ikpoba–Okha Local Government Area, the Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Political and Community Matters, Chief Osaro […]

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We are ensuring job availability for skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled- Obaseki

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2017 0

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said the state will not be forced by criminal elements and organised crime overlords to the negotiation table, stressing that law and order, as well as the liberty of the ordinary law-abiding Edo citizens and residents, are not for sale. Obaseki, who called on Edo people to remain […]