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Gov. Okpebholo Swore In Commissioners, SUBEB, Others By Editor  Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, swore in the Chairman of the State Universal Education Board (SUBEB), six new Commissioners, Chairmen and members of  Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC), Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC), and State Secondbary Education Board (SSEB). Addressing the newly sworn in executives at the New Festival Hall, Government House, Edo State, Governor Okpebholo charged them to help him drive development and progress in the State, stressing that his administration is in a hurry to bring development. Harping on the unique qualities and capacity of the newly sworn in executives, Governor Okpebholo noted that they reflect the requisite commitment of his administration to bring good governance, efficient and effective service delivery and fulfill the promises made to the people of Edo State. Govern...

Tribunal: Edo APC Calls For Vigilance, Accuses Asue Ighodalo, PDP Of Desperation By Editor  As Chairman of the APC in Edo State, I am deeply concerned about the ongoing Governorship Tribunal case. This case has significant implications for the democratic process, the rule of law, and the rights of our citizens. "We urge all members of our party, as well as the general public, to remain vigilant and closely monitor the developments in this case. We must ensure that the opposition PDP and its desperate candidate, Asue Ighodalo, do not manipulate the process." After their attempt on Wednesday to use thugs in disrupting the Tribunal proceedings, we can not trust them again not to do more. We must be vigilant. We call upon the Judiciary to act with impartiality and fairness and to ensure that all parties involved are treated equitably. We also urge all parties involved in the case to conduct themselves with respect and dignity and to refrain from any actions that may u...

Edo Tribunal: APC's Fears Amplified as PDP's Documentary Evidence Gains Traction By Gidigba Group The Electoral Tribunal sitting in Benin City witnessed a significant turn of events on Friday, where the All Progressive Congress Party, APC, struggled to come to terms with the admission of critical documentary evidence presented by the Peoples Democratic Party PDP and its governorship candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo. The PDP had petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC and the APC, alleging manipulation of the September 21 gubernatorial election. Despite the APC's dismissal of these claims as baseless, the tribunal's decision to admit the evidence has dealt a significant blow to the party's confidence. The admitted evidence includes 1004 documentary proofs, comprising Certified True Copies CTC of INEC declaration of results forms EC8A-E and LGA summary of results used in the conduct of the September 21, 2024 Governorship Election in Edo S...

Gov. Okpebholo Holds Steady Advantage As Edo Election Tribunal Progresses By Fred Itua The ongoing Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal has no more or less become the epicenter of political discourse in the State and beyond, with analysts and citizens closely monitoring unfolding developments. At the heart of the proceedings is Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC), whose victory was declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in the September 21 election is being challenged by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Akintunde Ighodalo.  Interestingly, despite the opposition's claims, proceedings so far suggest that Governor Okpebholo’s position remains unshaken. The evidence presented by the PDP apparently revolves around alleged irregularities. But Governor Okpebholo's legal team has meticulously dismantled these claims, presenting counter-evidence and testimonies that validate the credibility of the ...

60 Days In Office: Lawlessness, Reckless Spending, Marred Okpebholo's Regime —Gidigba Group By Editor  Upon taking up the office of governor Nov. 12 last year, the Okpebholo-led administration cannot be said to have achieved any significant feat, signifying the governor's unpreparedness and lack of capacity to drive development in Edo. Despite the over N30billion inherited from the past administration, we are yet to see a sign from this government.  More so having climbed to power on the back of lawlessness and concerted electoral criminality in cahoots with INEC, lawlessness, disregard for due process, which has become the face of this administration continue to depopularize the government, leading to reduced public confidence and trust in its ability to get things done.  Gidigba, a socio-political group, has asked Edo people not to expect any real or sophisticated governance from this administration, flowing from its failure to roll out practicable policies ...

Pastor Azemhe Commissions      Avin Grand Hotel In Benin  ...As CEO, Ekhator Dreamt Of Going Into Business  By Editor  Nigerians and Edo  indigenes  have been advised to get themselves relaxed and socialized in a pocket friendly places to enhance their healthy living in the society. Chief Executive Officer, Avin Grand Royal Resort, Chief Steven Imade Ekhator, stated this while speaking at the official opening of the hotel for public usage. Chief Ekhator said growing up, he always dreamt of going into business especially social centres and relaxation spots, hence the birth of such a gigantic edifice for people to lodge and also engage in recreation activities.   Chief Ekhator stated that despite the harsh economic reality of the country, people should think out of the box to build their future and empower themselves economically.  He advised people to cut their coat according to their clothes and be contented with whateve...

Okpebholo Extols Edo NUJ On Adherence  To Professional Ethics   Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  The Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has extolled the Edo state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists on adherence  to professional ethics since his assumption in office. He also has expressed his preparedness of his government to work with the state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to foster rapid development in the state. The governor made the statements while playing host to the leadership of the union, led by its state chairman, Festus Alenkhe at the Government House, Benin city. Okpebholo praised the chairman of the council for being able to ensure that Journalists in the state are holding firmly to the ethics of the profession. Stating the essence of the visit, the NUJ chairman, Festus Alenkhe said that he has deemed fit to bring the leadership of the union to pay a courtesy call on him (Governor Okpebholo) to congratulat...