Tag: Governor Godwin Obaseki
Benin Port to generate 30,000 jobs, decongest Lagos Port
By Jethro Ibileke Governor Godwin Obaseki claims that the Benin Port project will improve economic activity in Edo State and…
Obaseki takes over Edo revenue generation drive
By Nefishetu Yakubu Governor Godwin Obaseki has directed that all revenue collection functions of the government will now come under…
LP berates ex-Edo lawmakers’ approval of N3.5bn loan for Obaseki at valedictory session
Labour Party said if elected into power in next year's Edo governorship election it would not be associated with such…
June 12: Obaseki applauds Nigeria’s indomitable spirit
The governor hailed the resolve of Nigerians to work collectively for the advancement of democratic ideals.
Dokpesi was a worthy ambassador of Edo State, says Obaseki
Obaseki noted that Dokpesi established the Africa Independent Television (AIT), which recorded many firsts in the broadcasting business, becoming Nigeria’s…
Obaseki votes, blames ‘extreme security’ measure for low turnout
Governor Obaseki who was accompanied by his wife, Betsy, noted that the entire Benin City is under total lock down.
Why my government ran into hitches with powers that be – Obaseki
Those in attendance were made up of different youth groups as well as the leadership of the various students’ unions,…
ICYMI: Gov. Obaseki orders immediate arrest of Oshiomhole
In response, Oshiomhole's spokesperson, Victor Oshioke, refuted the accusation, saying Oshiomhole is too busy campaigning for the APC presidential candidate…
Edo govt to key into FG’s cashless policy effective March 1 – Obaseki
By Jethro Ibileke Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has hinted that effective March 1, 2023, the state government will…
Obaseki signs N321.4bn 2023 Edo appropriation bill into law
Obaseki, while before signing the bill at the Government House, in Benin City, said most of the projects in the…
Governance to take backseat while I campaign for Atiku – Obaseki
Obaseki who described Edo as the home of PDP, urged members to join hands with Atiku Abubakar to rescue the…
3 Edo administrators suspended for allowing movement of heavy-duty vehicles
They were suspended because they refused government’s directive instructing them not to allow heavy-duty vehicles to pass through their areas,…
Why Edo remains cradle of culture, innovation, creativity in Africa – Obaseki
Obaseki said Edo is developing systems and infrastructure and is taking advantage of its unique opportunity in terms of location…
Gov. Obaseki inaugurates Special Police Unit in Edo
By Jethro Ibileke Governor Godwin Obaseki has inaugurated a Special Police Unit to check the activities of land grabbers in…
Obaseki debunks owing salaries, slams BudgIT over report
BudgIT's report was described as unfortunate as not only are state workers paid as and when due but also enjoy…