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COVID-19: Edo govt extends curfew for another 14 days

Ihesiulo Grace 12 May 2020 0

The Edo State Government has extended the curfew in the state for another 14 days, as it ramps up measures to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). In a statement, Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., said the curfew, which is effective between 8pm and 6am daily, was

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Farmers/herders’ clashes: Edo govt holds public hearing

Ihesiulo Grace 21 February 2020 0

The Edo State Governments has scheduled a public hearing of stakeholders across the three Senatorial Districts of the state to find lasting solutions to clashes between farmers and herders in the state. In a statement, Permanent Secretary, Cabinet, Mrs. Julie Olatunji on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, said the stakeholders meeting will […]

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Edo govt, Army, NSCDC close ranks against infractions in oil, gas sector

Ihesiulo Grace 11 November 2019 0

The Edo State Government has strengthened ties with the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to go after individuals and groups involved in illegal activities in the oil and gas sector in the state. Commissioner for Minerals, Oil and Gas, Hon. Joseph Ikpea warned individuals and groups involved in such […]

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We have no knowledge of alleged attack on Oshiomhole – Edo govt

Ihesiulo Grace 13 October 2019 0

The Edo State Government has said it has absolutely no knowledge of the purported attack on the person or the residence of former Governor of the state and National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole. In a statement by Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe […]

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Edo Govt to support Child Rights Law implementation

Ihesiulo Grace 17 January 2017 0

Edo state government has reiterated its earlier resolve not to spare violators of the Child Rights Act, saying street traders and hawkers, when apprehended, would also be sanctioned in accordance with relevant laws.Governor Godwin Obaseki made the declaration in Benin, when he received in audience, members of the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP), Edo […]

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Edo govt condemns Tuesday’s Civil society groups violent protest

Ihesiulo Grace 23 November 2016 0

Edo state Government  has condemned Tuesday’s violent protest by some civil society organisations against the pension bill passed by the State House of Assembly, describing the chaos and violence as politically motivated. A government statement signed by the Mr. John Mayaki, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Godwin Obaseki on Wednesday, said the condemnation became