Tag: edo state
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Etinosa Idemudia stands today as one of Edo State’s most celebrated creative exports — an actress, filmmaker, and content creator who rose from an engineering background to become a household name in Nollywood. With her unique blend of intelligence, humor, and artistic expression, Etinosa has carved out an inspiring career that continues to uplift the…
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In a major breakthrough, the Anambra State Police Command has successfully rescued two children who were abducted years ago and recovered them in Delta and Edo States. The operation, conducted by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Gender Section, concluded a nine-month intensive investigation that spanned several states across Nigeria. The rescued children are 14-year-old…
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BENIN CITY — In a landmark decision, the Edo State High Court has revoked several Certificates of Occupancy (C of O) issued to multiple individuals, reaffirming ownership of a large expanse of land in favour of Uyiekpen Ologbosere and his company, Portcall International Farms Ltd. The judgement, delivered by Justice Geraldine Imadegbelo, comes in the…
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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to delivering people-oriented infrastructure and boosting human capital development across the state, with particular focus on the Esan Central Senatorial District. Governor Okpebholo made this known during a project inspection tour on Saturday, where he visited several ongoing flagship projects in Esan Central Local Government…
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A viral clip has captured a moment of raw public frustration as a man identified with Edo South publicly called out the state governor and his deputy, declaring that residents will no longer tolerate being overlooked. In the short video circulating on social media, the man—energetically pacing and speaking to onlookers—shouted, “We Edo South has…
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In Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo (SMO) is proving that true leadership goes beyond politics — it’s about building destinies, not just buildings. From classroom blocks to modern learning facilities, SMO’s educational projects are transforming the landscape of Edo’s rural and urban communities. But beyond the walls and roofs, he is fulfilling promises, shaping young…
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In a state where bad roads and failed projects often dominate public discourse, Governor Monday Okpebholo is steadily redefining the conversation around infrastructure in Edo State — from neglect to progress, and from potholes to purpose. The new administration’s approach, now widely described as the “Okpebholo Infrastructural Model,” is built on accountability, local capacity, and…
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BENIN CITY — The elders and people of Okuoromi community in Oredo Local Government Area have expressed deep appreciation to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, for restoring peace, unity, and traditional order in the community through his recent royal pronouncement reaffirming the Odionwere as the rightful administrative head. During…
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The Edo State Government has launched a new Maternal and Newborn Health Innovation Initiative aimed at reducing preventable deaths among pregnant women and infants across the state. The initiative, spearheaded by the Edo State Ministry of Health in partnership with local and international health organizations, introduces digital monitoring tools, real-time data systems, and improved referral…
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commended the Edo State Building Control Agency (ESBCA) for its remarkable developmental strides and contributions toward ensuring orderly urban growth and safety across the state. Speaking during a courtesy visit by officials of the agency to Government House, Benin City, the governor praised their commitment to enforcing building…