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 PRESS RELEASE  NO 456/ EDSGH/2026 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, EDO STATE  *Edo Will Be Secure for Farmers to Return to Farms, Says Governor Okpebholo* Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Friday  assured residents that his administration is taking decisive steps to rid the state of criminal elements and restore confidence among farmers and residents. He said his government will make Edo safe enough for farmers to return to their farms without fear, stressing that security remains a major priority of his administration. The Governor gave the assurance during the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) LG election campaign for Edo Central Senatorial District at the Uromi Town Hall, Esan North-East Local Government Area. He said his administration would continue to work with security agencies and relevant stakeholders to protect lives and property while ensuring peace, unity, and stability across Edo State. According to the governor, the fight against in...

EDOHERMA Inaugurates TWGs to Develop Blood Bank, Cosmetic Services Guidelines. By Igene Stephen  The Edo Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) has inaugurated two Technical Working Groups (TWGs) to develop comprehensive regulatory guidelines for blood bank services and cosmetic procedures in Edo State, reinforcing the Government's commitment to strengthening healthcare regulation, improving service delivery, and safeguarding public health. According to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of EDOHERMA, Dr. Adesuwa Urhoghide-Edigin, the inauguration marks a significant milestone in Agency's efforts at establishing robust regulatory frameworks for emerging and critical areas of healthcare practice, as well as ensuring that service providers operate in line with nationally and internationally accepted standards. At the inauguration, Dr. Urhoghide-Edigin stressed the need for clear, practical, and evidence-based guidelines to regulate the evolving healthcare sector. She no...

 Edo State Govt Donates Operational Bus to EDOHERMA to Strengthen Healthcare Regulations By Igene Stephen  The Edo State Government has donated an operational bus to the Edo State Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) to strengthen the agency's capacity for healthcare regulation, monitoring, and enforcement across the State. The vehicle which was presented on behalf of the Executive Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, is expected to enhance EDOHERMA's mobility, improve field operations, and bolster the Agency's oversight of healthcare facilities to ensure compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements. Presenting the vehicle, the Edo State Head of Service, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa Esq., congratulated the management of EDOHERMA on the milestone and commended the Governor for his continued investment in strengthening public institutions. He described the donation as a demonstration of the administration's commitment to improving healthcare servic...

 *EDOHERMA PEFRI The agency seems to be on a vindictive mission as she attempted to revoke existing registrations of all healthcare facilities already registered by the State previously by the Ministry of health. Again is there any synergy between EDOHERMA and the professional associations❓  *CLARIFICATION ON EDOHERMA'S STATUTORY MANDATE AND REVALIDATION EXERCISE*  It has come to our attention that certain comments circulating in the public space may create an inaccurate impression of the activities and mandate of the Edo State Healthcare Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA). For the avoidance of doubt, EDOHERMA is carrying out its statutory responsibilities strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Edo State Healthcare Regulation and Monitoring Agency Law, 2025. The Agency remains committed to promoting healthcare quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and the protection of lives across Edo State. Contrary to suggestions that EDOHERMA is acting vi...

 EDOHERMA Hosts Strategic Emergency Preparedness and Oxygen Use Workshop for Health Facility Heads and Staff in Edo State The Edo Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) successfully held a strategic workshop on emergency preparedness and oxygen use for health facility heads and clinical staff across Edo State. The workshop, held at the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA), Benin City, was aimed at improving emergency response, addressing gaps in clinical care, and promoting the safe use of medical oxygen in health facilities. In her opening address, the Chief Executive Officer of EDOHERMA, Dr. Adesuwa Urhoghide-Edigin, stated that medical emergencies are unpredictable and that the ability of health facilities to respond quickly and effectively often determines whether lives are saved or lost.  She stressed that emergency preparedness is now a key part of quality healthcare delivery and must be taken seriously across all levels of healthcare. She also ...

 FATHER'S DAY MESSAGE FROM DR. ADESUWA URHOGHIDE-EDIGIN, CEO, EDO HEALTH REGULATION AND MONITORING AGENCY (EDOHERMA) On this special occasion of Father's Day, June 21, 2026, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and warmest wishes to all fathers across Edo State, Nigeria, and the world at large. Today, we pause to celebrate the remarkable men whose unwavering commitment, sacrifice, strength, and dedication form the foundation of strong families and thriving communities. Fathers are the silent architects of many success stories, the dependable pillars of countless homes, and the guiding lights who inspire generations through their resilience, wisdom, and selfless service. Fatherhood is a noble responsibility that transcends providing for material needs. It embodies leadership, protection, mentorship, discipline, and unconditional love. Every day, fathers make countless sacrifices to ensure the well-being, security, education, and future of their children and families. Their tire...

 A CLEAR WARNING TO KIDNAPPERS AND CULTISTS IN EDO STATE The days of lawlessness are fast coming to an end.With the proposed establishment of Special Courts dedicated to the speedy prosecution of kidnapping and cultism cases, Edo State is sending a strong and unmistakable message to all criminal elements: there will be no hiding place for those who terrorize our communities. If kidnapping is your trade, Edo State is no longer the place for you. If you belong to a cult group and continue to engage in criminal activities, now is the time to abandon that path and embrace a lawful life. The era when criminals exploited delays in the justice system is drawing to a close. The proposed Special Courts are designed to ensure that those who violate the law are brought before justice swiftly and made to answer for their actions in accordance with the law. Edo State belongs to hardworking, law-abiding citizens not kidnappers, not cultists, and not those who profit from fear, violence, and inse...

 Award of Excellence in Health Leadership Dr. Adesuwa Urhoghide-Edigin, Chief Executive Officer of the Edo Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA), was honoured with the Award of Excellence in Health Leadership by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) during its Leadership Retreat and Award Night. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to healthcare transformation in Edo State through visionary leadership, strengthened healthcare regulation, promotion of patient safety, and initiatives aimed at improving healthcare quality and accountability across the State. Under her leadership, EDOHERMA has continued to advance reforms focused on health facility regulation, public health monitoring, workforce verification, infection prevention and control, emergency preparedness, patient rights protection, and the enforcement of minimum health standards. Receiving the award, Dr. Urhoghide-Edigin expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Medical Association for the recognitio...

 Press Statement Hon. Oyakhilome Bello, APC-USA National Youth Leader, Commends Governor Monday Okpebholo on Security Achievements in Edo State Hon. Oyakhilome Bello, the APC-USA National Youth Leader, has commended the Executive Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, for his decisive efforts in tackling insecurity across the state. Reacting to the recent arrests of suspected kidnappers and the sustained crackdown on criminal elements in Edo State, Hon. Bello praised the Governor's commitment to restoring peace and security. Recent security operations in the state have led to the arrest of numerous suspected kidnappers, cultists, and other criminal elements, while several victims have also been rescued.  According to Bello, Governor Okpebholo has demonstrated strong leadership by declaring total war against kidnapping, cultism, and other forms of criminality that threaten the safety of residents and the development of the state. He noted that the Governor's security initiati...