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Edo Central Stands Still, As Gov. Okpebholo, APC Leaders Chide PDP ...those who wrote and announced fake results, now crying of rigging  - Gov Okpebholo  By: Fred Itua Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo at the weekend declared that those who conjured election results and announced same on social media during the governorship election are the same people crying that the polls were rigged. Governor Okpebholo was speaking at Esan Central Local Government Council Secretariat, venue of the homecoming reception held in celebration of his victory by the Esan people of Edo Central. According to Governor Okpebholo, it is sad that criminals are crying today that they lost the election, saying they will continue to lose, while they will keep spending their money on fruitless ventures, wasting away time, energy and resources. He said: "I thank Edo people for the overwhelming support given to our party during the September 21 governorship election in Edo State. I am happy for the...

Edo State Security Corps To Profile, Document Members - Coordinator  The Coordinator of Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), retired Commissioner of Police Friday Ibadin has urged personnel of the defunct Edo State Security Network now ESSC to make themselves available for profiling. Ibadin stated this in Benin City in a chat with Journalists where he said the Gov Okpebholo led administration is striving towards a safer Edo State. Noting that the governor wants Edo State to be safe, because according to him without a safe society there can't be development, adding that Security and development work side by side.  Ibadin urged personnel to make themselves available for reprofiling at the designated locations in the three senatorial districts of the state. According to him "available records indicate that there are 11,098 personnel across the state" stressing that the  pro-filing exercise is to place the state security outfit on a better footing for enhanced security of the Sta...

Edo State Government Reinstates Security Corps for Enhanced Safety and Security By: Oriaifoh Godwins  Edo State Government has reinstated the Edo state Security Corps that was earlier, in September 2024, banned by the Inspector General of Police due to the security challenges envisaged during the build up to the election. The above is contained in a Press statement issued and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Fred Itua. The Press statement reads: PRESS RELEASE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR,  EDO STATE GOVERNMENT Edo State Government Reinstates Security Corps for Enhanced Safety and Security In a move to fortify the security architecture of Edo State, the government has lifted the suspension imposed on the Edo State Security Corps in September 2024.  The decision made by the Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, marks a comprehensive shift in the state’s quest for enhanced safety and security. The suspension, which was initiated by the Inspecto...

 For Me, "EDO BEST",  Is Unacceptable -Gov. Okpebholo  By: Oriaifoh Godwins  As Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday, 27th November, 2024, embarked on the inspection of schools in the State, he frowned at the dilapidated structures as well as the poor sanitary, security and learning conditions in the schools, saying; "For me, these are not acceptable. My administration will fix these schools". At Eweka Primary School Obazagbon, the Governor said: “Look at the situation of this school, it is terrible as children are here, and this is the so called EdoBest.  “This school has just five teachers. My administration will correct the wrongs and make amends because our job is to make Edo people happy and our children educated in line with the renewed hope agenda of Mr President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.” “This school must be fenced and by next week Friday, I will be here to see the level of work done because work will commence and in the next few...

Stella Obasanjo Hospital hurriedly commissioned by Obaseki scam                        - Gov Okpebholo  In line with one of Senator Governor Monday Okpebholo's campaign promises of quality representation of the people the governor of Edo state has promised to immediately correct the structural defects recently discovered in Stella Obasanjo Hospital, Benin, in order to reposition the hospital to serve the people better. The above development is contained in a Press statement issued today, and signed by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Edo State Governor. The Press statement reads: EDO STATE GOVERNMENT HOUSE PRESS RELEASE 27th November, 2024 Benin City. Stella Obasanjo Hospital hurriedly commissioned by Obaseki scam- Gov Okpebholo  Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has described the recent commissioning of Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin City by former Governor Godwin Obaseki as a scam.  He...

 Probe Panel, Not Out To Witch Hunt  The Governor of Edo state, Senator Monday Okpebholo has reiterated that, the 16-member probe panel, set up to look into the books presented by the former administration of Mr. Godwin Obaseki, is not meant to witch hunt anyone but to strengthen the fight against corruption, which is part of his mandate. This is contained in a Press release issued today, and signed by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Edo State Governor. The Press statement reads: 26th November, 2024 Benin City. Assets verification exercise not witch-hunt- Gov Okpebholo Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Tuesday, inaugurated a 16-member Assets Verification Committee, led by Dr Ernest Afolabi-Umakhihe, with a charge to confirm the existence, conditions, locations and ownership of all State assets. At the event held  at the Exco Chamber, Government House, Benin City, the Governor said the committee is not intended to witch-hunt anybody, but to strengthe...

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has ordered an immediate review of the State’s electronic governance platform.  This is contained in a Press statement released today, 26th November, 2024, and signed by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Edo State Governor. The Press statement reads: Data breach: Gov Okpebholo orders urgent review of Edo e-governance platform Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has ordered an immediate review of the State’s electronic governance platform. The order was contained in a "Government Special Announcement," dated 25th November 2024, and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor. According to the statement, the review became necessary following a discovery that the entire e-governance platform of Edo State Government is being run and operated from the backend by unknown non-state actors and no one within the entire Public Service of Edo State has administrative control of the platform. “While all of...

Oshiomhole uncovers construction error at Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin  Edo State Commissioner for Heath, Dr Cyril Adams Oshiomhole said he has taken remedial measures against some construction defects discovered at the Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin City. Speaking during an inspection tour of the facility, Oshiomhole who was accompanied by a team of medical consultants and the contractor of the remodelled Stella Obasanjo Hospital, said the team brainstormed and agreed on how best to correct the error. “I went round the Stella Obasanjo Hospital to inspect the facility. I was accompanied on the visit by consultants and the contractor handling the project to look at what they had done so far.  “We discovered errors made while constructing the hospital. We brainstormed on what to do to ensure we correct the errors detected. We all agreed that the issues should be resolved as I love working with the team. “Team work has helped us discover the error, and that is why you can...

 Edo State LG Service Commission, Dissolved. As the new administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo continue to make reforms for a rising new Edo state, the Edo state Local Government Service Commission, has been dissolved by Governor Monday Okpebholo. The above development is contained in a Press statement released today, 25th November , 2024, signed by Mr. Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor of Edo state, and made available to newsmen. The Press statement reads: Gov Okpebholo dissolves Edo Local Government Service Commission As part of moves aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in the public service sector, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okphebholo, has approved the immediate dissolution of Local Government Service Commission. This development is part of Governor Okpebholo’s ongoing reforms designed to streamline government operations, ensure efficiency, and improve the overall performance of all public sector institutions within the State. Governor...

 We’ll chase criminals out of Edo- Gov Okpebholo  Swears in new appointees Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, vowed to chase criminals out of Edo State and restore total peace in the Heartbeat of the Nation.  Governor Okpebholo said under his watch, criminals will not be allowed to get away with murder or disrupt the relative peace in the State. Governor Okpebholo spoke at the swearing-in ceremony of new appointees, held in Government House, Benin City, the Edo State capital.  Emmanuel Okoebor stepped in as Commissioner for Finance, Paddy Iyamu, as Chairman, State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), and a retired Commissioner of Police, Friday Ibadin, as Coordinator, Edo Security Network. At the event which was held at the New Festival Hall, Governor Okpebholo charged them to use their positions to uplift the State. Governor Okpebholo commended their hard work and dedication and urged them to reposition education, strengthen security, and e...

 Gov. Okpebholo's administration working to create a peaceful environment for all to thrive - SSG Empowers Irrua Community to improve living standard  Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo is working tirelessly to create a peaceful and prosperous environment where citizens of Edo State will thrive in their endeavours. Secretary to the Edo State Government SSG, Barr. Umar Musa Ikhilor disclosed this in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government of Edo State at a ceremony where hundreds of citizens benefitted from his philanthropic gesture The governor in his inaugural speech at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City had said his government would support market women, small businesses with soft loans and also the youths to acquire relevant skills for self empowerment. Buttressing the governor's position, the SSG reaffirmed his lifelong commitment to poverty alleviation and community development as hundreds of people from the 10 wards of the local government received life-ch...

 Obaseki For Probe: Edo State New Govt Set To Probe Former Administration  ...sets up 14-man panel  By: Oriaifoh Godwins  As Governor Monday Okpebholo's administration of transparency, progress and development in the interest of Edo state people sets the pace for other states in Nigeria to follow, the governor has set up a probe panel to look into the activities of former governor Godwin Obaseki when he was in office. The news on this development, is contained in a Press release dated 24th November, 2024 and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor of Edo state, Mr. Fred Itua. The statement reads: Assets verification: Gov Okpebholo unveils 14-man panel to probe Obaseki  Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the constitution of a 14-man State Assets Verification Committee to probe the administration of Godwin Obaseki.  Governor Okpebholo will inaugurate the Committee on Tuesday, the 26th of November, 2024, in Government House,...

 Gov Okpebholo restores full statutory rights to Oba of Benin  In a bid to further right the wrongs of the immediate-past administration and foster cordial relations between the Government and the people, the Edo State Governor,  Senator Monday Okpebholo has restored the full statutory rights of the Benin Monarch over the contentious issue of the ownership of ancient artefacts looted from the palace of the Oba of Benin during the 1897 Benin Massacre by the British colonial forces. Also, the State Government is withdrawing the letter revoking the concession of the Oba Akenzua II Cultural Centre issued by the last administration to be used as a motor park.  “This administration is restoring the centre to a suitable condition for its original purpose. “This administration also hereby abolishes the new traditional councils in Edo South, created by the last administration.” Accordingly, Governor Okpebholo has restored the statutory financial entitlements of the Benin Trad...

BREAKING: Over 200 Vehicles Missing,  3 So Far Recovered From Past Officials -EDSG Palliative meant for Edo people found in one of the buses Chairman of the committee set up to recover vehicles belonging to Edo state government, Kelly Okungbowa has declared that over 200 vehicles are currently missing, disclosing that within 24 hours of the committee's existence, it has  recovered three vehicles in a private residence. Okungbowa who spoke to journalists on the success of his committee within 24 hours said the three vehicles include one Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses. According to him, in one of the Toyota Hiace buses, the committee recovered some palliatives which was meant to have been shared to Edo people. He added that the palliatives include bags of garri and rice of 10kg and 25kg. He appealed for more information from members of the public, saying it was the information earlier obtained that led to the recovery of the three vehicles. Okungbowa also assured whistlebl...

Looted Gov't Vehicles: Gov. Okpebholo Sets Up Recovery Committee By: Oriaifoh Godwins  A Twelve man committee has been set up by Governor Monday Okpebholo to recover all vehicles belonging to the Edo State Government which are said to be in the custody of the immediate past governor of Edo state, ex governor, Godwin Obaseki and his Aides.  Okpebholo who made this known on Thursday in Benin City, where he inaugurated Kelly Okungbowa-led committee and gave them two weeks to deliver on its mandate and ensure that the government vehicles in private hands are fully recovered, and subsequently returned to the state government, added that, a lot of government vehicles are in private hands and the committee will ensure that they are recovered at the stipulated time. Speaking, Okungbowa said;... the governor deemed it fit to inaugurate us today with a mandate to recover all government vehicles in private hands". “I am the Chairman, while my Vice is the former Speaker of the Edo State H...

Gov Okpebholo attends first NEC meeting Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday in Abuja, attended his first National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima. The meeting was held at the State House Council Chambers in Abuja, where key economic issues were discussed.  The meeting, attended by various State Governors, some Deputy Governors representing their principals and members of President Bola Tinubu’s economic team, aims to address pressing national economic challenges. Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, being his first meeting, was asked by the Vice President to give the opening prayer after the national anthem was recited

Chief Dr. Leemon Ikpea, @ Okpebholo's Inauguration  Chief Dr. Leemon Ikpea CON Chairman,Chief Executive Officer of Lee Engineering & Construction Company, who also has a foundation, 'Agbonjagwe Foundation', that has carried out several philanthropic services to several people, is a passionate Esan man and lover of democracy. Chief Ikpea, a proudly Nigerian and an embodiment of humility, was present, in company of some friends and business associates, at the event of the swearing into office of Governor Monday Okpebholo, on the 12th of November, 2024 in Benin City.

Edo State Former Commissioner Felicitates Akpakomiza, Denco By: Oriaifoh Godwins  A one time Edo state Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon. Dr. Joseph Ikpea, has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo, the new governor of Edo State on his victory at the polls and subsequent inauguration today, as the governor of Edo state. In his congratulatory message, Honourable Ikpea said; "...I have no doubt in my mind that the people of Esanland, and Edo state, will experience a fresh beginning, ladden with abundant grace of God, as our governor, is a man of grace..." "Our shared interest in seeing Esanland and Edo State of our dream has eventually come true with this new administration of Senator Monday Okpebholo..."  Continuing, Hon. Dr. Ikpea, who said; "The people focused representation of Senator Monday Okpebholo, as experienced in Edo central, will no doubt be replicated in Edo state, added that, "it's a new dawn, as a new Edo state is rising". 

Esan Lokan 2024, Congratulates Okpebholo ...hails the inspiring resilience, determination of Gov. Okpebholo  As more people from within and outside Nigeria continue to congratulate Governor Monday Okpebholo on his victory at the polls and subsequent inauguration today, the group, 'Esan Lokan, 2024' has also joined the avalanche of people and organizations that are celebrating the new governor of Edo state. The congratulatory message is contained in a message signed by the group's Director of Mobilisation, Osasu Eghaghe, and Chairman, Chief Robert Okoinemen, aka Oduma of the Universe, and made available to newsmen in Benin. The congratulatory message reads: Congratulatory Message to His Excellency, the Governor of Edo State on your Inauguration Your Excellency, On behalf of the Founders, Secretary, and Director of Mobilization ‘Esan Lokan 2024’, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to you on your victory in the recent election and on this auspicious occasion of your inaug...

Edo Political Appointments: Senator Okpebholo Should Look Beyond Party Politics  By: Oriaifoh Godwins The Edo state governor elect, has been advised to look beyond party politics in appointing people into key positions, to enable him deliver the dividends of democracy maximally and effectively, as that is what is currently much anticipated and much desired by the people of Edo state as they wait for the inauguration of the governor elect in a couple of days' time. The above advice was given by High Chief Benson Odaman the Ukiwa of Irrua Kingdom, in a chat with newsmen in his country home, Agua-Irrua, Esan central local government area of Edo state.   Speaking, Chief Odaman said; "Senator Monday Okpebholo needs the best hands possible. He should scout for those that can make the difference". "One of the problems we have in this country, is not the initiation of ideas, but the implementation of same. Senator Okpebholo needs seasoned people with the requisite experience...