Tag: Governor Monday Okpebholo
‘Democracy on fire in Edo’, PDP cries out to Tinubu
Today’s violent takeover of the PDP Secretariat by Okpebholo and the APC is a clear reflection of the reign of…
Okpebholo asks Edo Assembly to confirm 6 for appointment as commissioners
The names of the six Commissioner-nominees are: Paul Nosayaba Ohonbamu, Washington Osa Osifo, Paddy Iyamu, Lucky Eseigbe, Andrew ljegbai, and…
Okpebholo exposes ₦12bn PDP remittance by LG Chairmen
Okpebholo accused the suspended or impeached Chairmen of engaging in wasteful spending, "even when our schools lacked teachers. When you…
Okpebholo taps PDP’s Dan Orbih to Chair AAU Governing Council
Orbih, a prominent leader of the Legacy Group faction of the PDP in Edo, gained attention for his group's decision…
‘Okpebholo plotting to exterminate democracy in Edo,’ PDP cries out
Edo Chairman of PDP, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, made the call on Tuesday at a press conference he held over what…
Okpebholo signs Edo ₦675bn 2025 Appropriation bill into law
Okphebholo while signing the bill at the Government House, Benin City, said the budget would revive the economy of Edo…
“Supreme Court cannot amend constitution, chairmen remain suspended” – Edo Govt
The brewing constitutional crisis in Edo State took a dramatic turn on Monday, as Governor Monday Okpebholo and the Edo…
Power play in Edo: 18 LG Chairmen suspended for defying Governor Okpebholo
Okpebholo described the chairmen’s actions as acts of insubordination and gross misconduct, prompting his request for the Assembly to address…
Edo Assembly suspends 18 LG chairs, deputies over insubordination to Gov. Okpebholo
The suspension order was sequel to a petition by the State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, over refusal of the chairmen to…
Okpebholo dissolves EDSIEC, Assembly Commission, others
The statement directed all chairmen and members of the commissions to hand over all government properties in their possession to…
Okpebholo unveils ₦605.7bn budget, boosting Edo’s future by 25%
Specific allocations include ₦162 billion for road development, ₦48 billion for education, ₦63.9 billion for healthcare, and ₦4.5 billion for…
Okpebholo orders 18 LG chairmen to submit account statements within 48 hours
Idahosa continued, "The Governor has instructed that the statement of accounts, from 4th September 2023 to the present, be submitted…
Obaseki fires back: Accuses Okpebholo of lies over Stella Obasanjo Hospital
Osagie urged the public to reject what he described as Okpebholo’s manipulative tactics and focus on holding the administration accountable…
Okpebholo reverses self, halts Edo free bus ride scheme
It highlighted specific areas covered under the scheme, including routes in Edo Central, such as Ekpoma, Irrua, and Uromi, as…
Okpebholo dissolves Edo Local Government Service Commission
Governor Okpebholo assured citizens, public stakeholders, and staff that the dissolution would not disrupt ongoing official activities, reaffirming his administration's…
Okpebholo appoints Aledeh as MD of State-Owned TV, Radio Stations, EBS
Prior to his appointment, Aledeh was a prominent news anchor at Arise News and regularly shared his insights on Classic…
Okpebholo sacks Governing Councils of all State-owned Tertiary Institutions
Ikhilor instructed members of the dissolved councils to hand over all government properties in their possession to the heads of…
Edo govt, PDP trade accusations over alleged sacking of civil servants
By Jethro Ibileke The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed outrage and disappointment over alleged…
Okpebholo sweeps out Obaseki’s legacy with Board, Parastatal sackings
A statement released on Wednesday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, confirmed the immediate dismissal of all political…
Tinubu sets agenda for new Edo governor Okpebholo
Reflecting on the transition, President Tinubu noted that after eight years under Obaseki’s administration, Edo State is rejoining the ranks…