Gov Obaseki Begins Payment Of ₦70,000 Minimum Wage To Workers
In fulfilment of the promise to increase the minimum wage from May 2024, the administration of the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has begun paying the ₦70,000 new minimum wage…
Obaseki’s Cabinet, Appointees Not Dissolved – Edo Govt
The Edo State Government has debunked the fake news making the rounds on social media alleging that the State Executive Council (EXCO) and appointees have been dissolved. The Secretary to…
Yakubu Speaks On Postponing Edo Governorship Election After Damage At Office
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has assured that the commission will not postpone the Edo state governorship election slated for September 21 despite…
“Easy Access to Voter Registration: INEC Introduces SMS Locator for Edo and Ondo States”
The Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) commenced today, Monday 27th May 2024 as scheduled. The exercise is holding in 397 centres in the two States. However, as announced by the Commission…
“Governor Otti Unveils Ambitious Plan to Transform Umuahia into a Capital City”
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, says his administration will within the next one year give Umuahia, the seat of government, the status befitting of a State capital. Governor…
Labour Party National Transition Committee Hails Edo On Abure’s Suspension From Party
Says Abure’s Tenure Ended 2023 and was Suspended as Ordinary Member, not Chairman! Calls on FCT Police to Protect Edo Faithfuls in Abuja on Peaceful Mission The National Transition Committee…
Analysts Downgrade Dangote Cement, Reset Target Price
Analysts Downgrade Dangote Cement, Reset Target Price Equities analysts downgraded Dangote Cement Plc to a ‘HOLD’ with a 12-month target price raised by more than 47% on expected volume recovery…
Edo Queens Win Nigeria Women’s League Title For First Time
Edo Queens have been crowned champions of the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), the first time the club has achieved the feat. The Benin-based side battled to a 1-1 draw…
Kenyan Runners Sweep 10th Okpekpe 10km Races; Dominate Podium And Prize Money Rewards
Kenyan athletes showcased their prowess at the 10th Okpekpe International 10km Road Race in Okpekpe, Edo State Nigeria on Saturday, May 25, winning races and top prices in both the…
Edo Excos Have No Power To Suspend Abure, Says LP
Hours after the suspension of Julius Abure as the Labour Party’s National Chairman, the party said the executives in Edo State lack the power to carry out such action. LP…