Gov Okpebholo gets approval to make 20 appointments …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State House of Assembly on Tuesday approved the request for the appointment of 20 Special Advisers by Governor Monday Okpebholo. Okpebholo in the letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, stated that the appointment … Read more
Gov Okpebholo launches construction of first flyover in Edo State …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo has launched the construction of first flyover bridge at Ramat Park, Benin, as part of immediate efforts to reduce traffic congestion in the city. Performing the ground-breaking ceremony on Tuesday, Okpebholo said his administration would also … Read more
Edo: Gov Okpebholo signs revised appropriation bill into law …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Governor Monday Okpebholo, on Monday in Benin, signed the revised appropriation bill of N485.63 billion into law to ensure rapid implementation of developmental projects. Okpebholo had on November 13 in a letter requested the House to consider and pass the … Read more
Gov Okpebholo appoints finance commissioner, five others …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved six new appointments across ministries and agencies in the state. The six announcements were contained in a communication notice, signed by the Secretary to State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor on Friday. “It is hereby announced … Read more
Obaseki: ‘The Rule Of Law Must Stand’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has dismissed the allegation of sacking civil servants employed during the administration of former Governor, Godwin Obaseki. Henzodaily reports that the Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in a statement on Thursday through its caretaker … Read more
Cultism: ‘Halt This Madness Within 48-Hours’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has given 48-hours ultimatum to the State Commissioner of Police, Umoru Ozigi, to halt the violent cult clashes in the state. Henzodaily reports that Okpebholo’s directive is part of a strategy to address cult-related killings in the state. In … Read more
Osagie confirmed as Attorney-General of Edo State …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State House of Assembly on Wednesday in Benin, confirmed the nomination of Dr Samson Osagie, as the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice. Governor Monday Okpebholo had on Tuesday nominated Dr Osagie shortly after taking the oath of office as governor of … Read more
Edo: Gov Okpebholo springs into action, dissolves boards, orders contractors back to site …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on Wednesday announced the dissolution of the boards of all ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) in the state with immediate effect. This is contained in a statement issued by the governor’s Chief … Read more
Revenue collection suspended indefinitely in Edo …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Collection of revenues has been suspended indefinitely in Edo State by the newly sworn-in Governor, Monday Okpebholo. This was disclosed in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Hon. Fred Itua. He noted that the suspension is until further notice and applies to all agencies in … Read more
Tinubu reacts as Okpebholo assumes office as Edo Governor …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday congratulated Sen. Monday Okpebholo on his inauguration as the Governor of Edo. Tinubu, in a message, urged Okpebholo to diligently work to enhance the living standards of the people of Edo State and make a significant impact … Read more