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Obaseki closes defence in alleged certificate forgery suit

Ihesiulo Grace 7 January 2021 0

By Andrew Orolua Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki on Wednesday closed his defense in a preelection suit filed by All Progressives Congress (APC) and a party chieftain, Edobor Williams against him and two others. Two other defendants Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that sponsored Obaseki in the

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Again, Obaseki seeks adjournment in alleged forgery case citing appeal at Supreme Court

Ihesiulo Grace 23 December 2020 0

By Andrew Orolua Again, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State on Tuesday told the Federal High Court in Abuja to adjourn the preelection suit filed by All progressives Congress( APC ) that is alleging that he forged certificate with which he used in securing his candidacy for September 16 election. Obaseki through his lawyer Mozia […]

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BREAKING: Appeal court summons Gov Obaseki over alleged certificate forgery

Ihesiulo Grace 16 December 2020 0

The Appeal court has summoned the Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki to court to have hearing on his alleged fake certificate presentation during the September election, Daily Times reports. In a video posted by Charles Alimikhena on Twitter on Wednesday, December 16, the Appeal court stated that the court will hear on the case tomorrow […]

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How God assured me of my re-election through Pastor Adeboye –Obaseki

Ihesiulo Grace 12 December 2020 0

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has revealed how the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, assured him of his re-election during a courtesy visit to him, Daily Times gathered. According to the governor, he said Adeboye assured him that all would be well. Obaseki stated this on Friday […]

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Court orders Obaseki to show proof of appeal in perjury trial

Ihesiulo Grace 10 December 2020 0

By Andrew Orolua Justice Ahmed Mohammed of the Federal High Court, Abuja on Wednesday adjourned a pre-election suit bordering on perjury that was filed by All Progressives Congress (APC), challenging the candidature of Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State in the last election till today for hearing. In adjourning the matter, Justice Mohammed ordered Godwin […]

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APC’s infrastructure development ideology ensured Akeredolu, Obaseki victories

Ihesiulo Grace 12 October 2020 0

By Tunde Opalana The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Campaign Council for Ondo State gubernatorial election has congratulated its candidate, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu on his victory in Saturday’s governorship election in the State, Daily Times gathered. The council said the victories of governors Akeredolu and Godwin Obaseki in the September 19 Edo State

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Opinion: Edo election: A critical overview

Ihesiulo Grace 30 September 2020 0

By Promise Adiele It is no longer news that Godwin Obaseki of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) won the just-concluded gubernatorial election in Edo State. However, what appears to be news is the celebration across Nigeria over what the people think is a victory against the totalitarian rule of the APC. There is wild jubilation […]

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Edo 2020: 5 things to know about Gov Godwin Obaseki

Ihesiulo Grace 14 September 2020 0

Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, popularly known as Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state, has made the headlines in recent months, not necessarily for being a principal officer of the state, but particularly with regard to the upcoming Edo state gubernatorial election which has produced feisty and stunning dramatics owing to the protracted political fight between the […]

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Obaseki, Ize-Iyamu attack each other over certificate, cultism

Ihesiulo Grace 14 September 2020 0

Governor Godwin Obaseki of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Mr. Osagie Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressive congress(APC) threw some dirt on each other on Sunday when they participated in the governorship debate put together by Channels Television and its partners. READ ALSO: Obaseki, Ize-Iyamu, others will sign peace accord –… Daily Times Nigeria gathered […]

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Oba of Benin disrespected by Obaseki – Oshiomhole

Ihesiulo Grace 5 August 2020 0

Governor Godwin Obaseki committed a taboo by standing before Oba Ewuare of Benin wearing a cap. A cultural dimension has been added to the raging political battle of wits in Edo State ahead of the September 19 poll, following an accusation. READ ALSO: Edo 2020: Oba of Benin speaks after meeting with Obaseki The allegation […]

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Explain how you spent N266.2bn revenue, ex-lawmaker tasks Obaseki

Ihesiulo Grace 19 March 2020 0

Former Deputy Majority Whip of the House of Representatives, Pally Iriase on Thursday said Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state has not adequately explained how he spent over N266.2 billion in 38 months as there is nothing on ground to show that the state got such a huge sum in less than four years.  Iriase made […]

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Edo LGs enjoy autonomy, says ALGON chairman

Ihesiulo Grace 27 August 2019 0

Titus Akhigbe – Benin Following the directive of the federal government that local governments in the country receive their allocation directly from the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), the leadership of Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Edo state has said that local governments in the state enjoy independence from

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Obaseki tasks stakeholders on sustainable Palm Oil production

Ihesiulo Grace 23 August 2019 0

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has urged stakeholders in the Oil Palm industry to work toward ensuring a shared commitment to sustainable production of the crop in the African continent. The governor made the call at the 3rd Africa Sustainable Palm Oil Conference, hosted by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and Proforest […]

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Obasanjo: Edo needs FG, Int’l agencies’ support to tackle human trafficking

Ihesiulo Grace 16 January 2018 0

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki needs the far-reaching support of the Federal Government and well-meaning international organisations to stem the tide of human trafficking. Obasanjo, who said this during a courtesy visit to Governor Obaseki at the Government House, Benin City, the Edo State capital on Monday, stressed […]