Governor Godwin Obaseki
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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
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.
12 Apr
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has approved the extension of the free bus scheme implemented by the state government for another three months.
9 Apr
Edo House of Assembly, yesterday, impeached the Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, following the adoption of the recommendation of the seven-man judicial panel led by retired Justice Stephen Omonua.
31 Mar
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has pledged support for upcoming artistes in the state to enable them compete favourably with their peers across the globe.
25 Mar
As Edo State House of Assembly continues its impeachment process against the Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, the leadership of the Conference of Registered Political Parties (CRPP) in the state, yesterday, appealed to Governor Godwin Obaseki to prevail on the House against impeaching Shaibu.
22 Mar
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has said his administration issued over 30,000 Certificates of Occupancy to investors to ensure that the space is opened up for investment, especially in the real estate and built environment value chain in the last eight years.
13 Mar
Edo State deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, on Tuesday denied being served with impeachment notice from the state House of Assembly as alleged by the Edo Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku.
7 Mar
The Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Edo State have lamented the ugly conditions they currently go through in the state, calling on the state government for inclusive and sustainable programmes and policies to uplift their living conditions.
11 Feb
Members of the Edo State Disability Forum (EDF), at the weekend, appealed to Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, to sustain programmes and policies that would mitigate the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Persons With Disabilities (PWDs)
30 Jan
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has ordered the reaccreditation of over 6,500 operatives of the state’s Security Vigilante Network in a renewed effort to strengthen the state’s security architecture to combat crime and ensure the security of life and property of residents. Obaseki gave the order during a security briefing at the Solomon Arase Command…
24 Jan
Edo State Government House Chapel, located within the Government House, yesterday, became a subject of discourse, following allegations that Governor Godwin Obaseki has shut down the chapel in the Government House, evicting the priest.
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Authorities have confirmed the escape of 118 inmates from the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre, Niger state, following a heavy downpour that wreaked havoc on the facility, Wednesday night. The rain which lasted hours was said to have destroyed part of the main facility and the perimeter fence giving way for the inmates to escape.…
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A yet-to-be-identified elderly passenger has passed away in a commercial bus while travelling along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway in Kwara State. Eyewitnesses said the deceased was believed to be in his late 60s. The incident, which left fellow passengers in shock, reportedly occurred after the bus experienced mechanical problems near Ote town. According to Abeni Okin,…
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A Nigeria woman, Clara Chizoba Kronborg, has broken the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest interviewing marathon. Kronborg who is a social media entrepreneur broke the world record with a time of 55 hours and 24 seconds, according to GWR. Kronborg in setting a new record smashed the previous one which was 37 hours…
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Gunmen suspected to be terrorists have killed two people, including the chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC) for Mai Dabino community in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State, Saidu Basa. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon at about 3:30 pm, along the road leading from Mai Dabino to Danmusa. It was learnt that…