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17/10/2025

Edo Star Contract Teachers appointed by former governor Godwin Obaseki who were Absorbed Into Full Civil Service Appreciates Governor Monday Okpebholo After Collecting Appointment Letter And Transport Fare

17/10/2025

Edo State Park and Gardens Agency Hosts Stakeholder Engagement on “Beautify Edo” Initiative

The Edo State Park and Gardens Agency has held a stakeholders’ engagement meeting to promote the “Beautify Edo” initiative, using the Government Reservation Area (GRA) as a model for sustainable urban beautification and green development.

The meeting provided a platform for meaningful interaction with stakeholders from various sectors to align on the agency’s vision of creating a green, clean, and aesthetically pleasing Edo State.

The Managing Director of the Edo State Park and Gardens Agency, Pastor Stanley Dave Ighodaro, highlighted the agency’s mandate to restore dignity to public spaces. He reiterated the importance of community participation and partnership in achieving the vision of a thriving environment, noting that a healthy environment contributes to the well-being of the people.

A key highlight of the event was a presentation by the Agency’s Director of Policy, Planning, Research, and Statistics, Obehi Enakoya Otokhague, who outlined the current environmental state and introduced the Beautify Edo. She also highlighted new policies now backed by law, supporting the agency’s goals. Stakeholders contributed insights to advance the initiative.

Faith Dibie Reporting

17/10/2025

Sir Dr. Lucky Eseigbe Assumes Office as Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development

Sir Dr. Lucky Eseigbe has officially resumed duties as the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Edo State.

On arrival at the ministry, he was warmly received by the Managing Director of the Edo State Development and Building Control Agency, Darlington Igabali, and the Permanent Secretary, Arch. (Mrs.) Kate Isogpowo, alongside directors and senior staff of the ministry.

Faith Dibie Reporting

16/10/2025

Hon. Ibea Festus Odianosen Celebrates His Inauguration as Edo State Commissioner for Public Security and Safety

In a moment filled with joy, gratitude, and high expectations, Hon. Ibea Festus Odianosen was officially inaugurated as the Edo State Commissioner for Public Security and Safety. The event, held at the Edo State Government House, marked the beginning of a new chapter in his political journey, as well as a renewed commitment to strengthening public security in the state.

Friends, family members, political associates, and well-wishers from across the state and beyond gathered to celebrate the milestone achievement. The atmosphere was lively, with traditional music, dancing, and heartfelt speeches that echoed the pride and hope many have placed in Hon. Odianosen.

Osamudiamen Kennedy Reporting

16/10/2025

People of Uzea Kingdom Hail Governor Monday Okpebholo for Ongoing Road Construction, Urge Restoration of Electricity

The people of Uzea Kingdom in Esan North East Local Government Area have expressed deep appreciation to Governor Monday Okpebholo for commencing the construction of the long-abandoned Uzea Road leading to the palace.

During a visit to the project site by Afemai Reporters TV crew, it was observed that work was actively ongoing. The development has brought great relief and excitement to residents who had long endured the hardship of navigating the previously deplorable road.

Faith Dibie Reporting

16/10/2025

Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency Distributes 36 Motorbikes Across 18 LGAs to Strengthen TB Control Efforts

In a strategic move to intensify the fight against tuberculosis (TB) in Edo State, the Edo State government, through the Primary Health Care Development Agency (EDSPHCDA), under the state’s ministry of health, has distributed 36 motorbikes to health personnel across the 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state.

Director, public health, Dr. Ojiefo Stephenson, representative of Edo State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomhole, and the Executive Secretary of the Agency, Dr. Coulson Oahimire, were present to hand over the motorbike keys to the representatives of the Medical Officers of Health (MOHs) during a brief, but symbolic ceremony, held at Medical Store Road, in Benin City.

Osamudiamen Kennedy, reporting

16/10/2025

Governor Okpebholo Swears In 19 Commissioners, Boards, and Commissions Members — Warns Against Corruption and Inefficiency

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has sworn in 19 Commissioners alongside Chairmen and Members of various Boards and Commissions, charging them to uphold integrity, transparency, and dedication in the discharge of their duties.

The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Government House in Benin City, was attended by the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa; the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi (SAN); the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Musa Ikilor; Chief of Staff, Alhaji Gani Audu; serving Commissioners, Special Advisers, Heads of MDAs, Permanent Secretaries, and other top government officials.

Faith Dibie Reporting

16/10/2025

IMPACT REVIEW MEETING

IMPACT Project Holds Quarterly Data Review and 2026 Workplan Retreat

The Immunization Plus Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services (IMPACT) project has held its quarterly state data review meeting and 2026 workplan development retreat, aimed at enhancing health systems and improving service delivery across the state.

The quarterly review brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from all 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs), comprising Medical Officers of Health, and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officers. The objective of the meeting was to assess progress made towards goals set at the beginning of the quarter and to evaluate performance metrics for improved health outcomes.

Faith Dibie Reporting

14/10/2025

2025 International Day For Disaster Risk Reduction

Edo SEMA Advocates Funding for Resilience Over Disaster Response at State Conference

The Edo State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), on Monday, hosted a high-level conference aimed at promoting proactive disaster management strategies through investment in resilience building rather than post-disaster response.

The event, themed “Fund Resilience, Not Disaster,” underscored the importance of channeling resources toward strengthening community preparedness, disaster risk reduction, and long-term recovery mechanisms. Members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) were also in attendance to gain first-hand knowledge on disaster management and risk reduction.

Representing the Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, the Head of Service, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to disaster risk reduction, stressing the importance of synergy among stakeholders to safeguard lives and property.

Osamudiame Kennedy Reporting

Breaking GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTThe Edo State Government wishes to inform the general public that His Excellency...
14/10/2025

Breaking

GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

The Edo State Government wishes to inform the general public that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Executive Governor of Edo State, has approved a comprehensive restructuring of the State Ministries.

This strategic reform is designed to mirror the structure at the Federal level and ensure the seamless alignment of the Governor’s SHINE Agenda with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

In view of this strategic positioning, the Governor has approved the creation of additional Ministries and the revival of some defunct ones, bringing the total number of Ministries in Edo State to twenty-eight (28).

This restructuring aims to enhance administrative efficiency, improve coordination across critical sectors, and strengthen the capacity of Government to deliver effectively on its mandate to the people of Edo State.

Below is the approved list of Ministries and the Commissioners appointed to head them:

S/N MINISTRY COMMISSIONER

1 Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy — PENDING

2 Ministry of Works Hon. (Dr.) Felix Ehiguese Akhabue

3 Ministry of Mining Hon. Andrew Ijegbai

4 Ministry of Information and Strategy Prince Kassim Afegbua

5 Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs Hon. Paul Nosayaba Ohonbamu

6 Ministry of Business, Trade and Investment Omoh Anabor

7 Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security Dr. Jerry Uwangue, FCISM

8 Ministry of Livestock Development Prof. Omorodion Ignatius Ikponwosa

9 Ministry of Environment and Sustainability Hon. (Barr.) Nosa T. Adams

10 Ministry of Health Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomhole

11 Ministry of Education Dr. Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu

12 Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development Dr. Lucky Eseigbe

13 Ministry of Lands and Housing Hon. Yakubu Oshiorenua Musa, JP

14 Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy Ohimai Ehijimetor

15 Ministry of Science and Technology Hon. Etin-Osa Ogbeiwi

16 Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation Dr. Washington Osa Osifo

17 Ministry of Youth Affairs Hon. Charity Amayaenvbo

18 Ministry of Women Affairs Eugenia Abdallah

19 Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Barr. Marie Olabisi Idaomi

20 Ministry of Power Barr. Usenbo Paul Ehigie

21 Ministry of Oil and Gas Resources- (Barr.) Vincent Osas Uwadiae

22 Ministry of Finance Engr. Emmanuel Okoebor

23 Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning Dr. Elizabeth Ebosele

24 Ministry of Transportation Hon. Saturday Uwuilekhue Idehen (JP)

25 Ministry of Justice Prof. Roland Itoya Otaru, SAN

26 Ministry of Labour and Productivity Godwin Afekokhe Eshieshi

27 Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations Hon. (Barr.) Kenneth Okoruwa Ihensekhien

28 Ministry of Public Security and Safety Hon. Ebea Festus Odianosen

His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, reiterates his administration’s unwavering commitment to good governance, economic transformation, institutional efficiency, and inclusive development, consistent with both the SHINE and Renewed Hope Agendas.

Umar Musa Ikhilor
Secretary to the State Government

14/10/2025

Governor Monday Appreciate President Tinubu While Jokingly Ask New Commissioners to Wear Asiwaju Cap To Exco Meeting

14/10/2025

Moment Governor Monday Okpebholo Arrived For The Inauguration Of New Commissioners, Commission and Board Members

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