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 PRESS RELEASE  NO 508/ EDSGH/2026 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, EDO STATE  IPAC Commends Gov. Okpebholo for Conducting Free, Fair and Credible LG Election The Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Dr. Bishop Akhalamhe, has commended Edo Gov. Monday Okpebholo for conducting a free, fair and credible local government election in the state. Akhalamhe, who led other members of the IPAC executive on a courtesy visit to the governor at the Government House, said the election was adjudged one of the best ever conducted in Edo State. He said IPAC was ready to continue collaborating with the Okpebholo led administration to ensure the governor delivers good governance to the people of Edo State. “Election has come and gone, but we congratulate you on the success of the election as winners have emerged. “The election was free, fair and credible with no issues. We will collaborate with the local government chairmen and ensure they succeed because if they succeed, it is the ...

 ABIA @ 35 A JOURNEY OF HISTORY, HOPE, UNITY AND PROGRESS On this historic and remarkable occasion of the 35th Anniversary of the creation of Abia State, I, Comrade Mark Anthony Chinedu (Hon. Senator), with immense pride and profound gratitude, join my principal and leader, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Founder and President of Masters Energy Group, together with the good people of Abia State, to celebrate our beloved God’s Own State. Abia State was created on 27 August 1991 by the Federal Military Government under the administration of General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, carved out of the former Imo State. Since its creation, Abia has grown from a newly established state into a land of remarkable people, extraordinary enterprise, rich culture, intellectual excellence and immense economic potential. For 35 years, the story of Abia has been a story of resilience. It is the story of men and women who have continued to build, tr...

 HON. OYAKHILOME BELLO CELEBRATES EDO STATE AT 35 A LEGACY OF GREATNESS, UNITY AND RENEWED HOPE The APC-USA National Youth Leader, Hon. Oyakhilome Bello, warmly felicitates with the Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, the government and the good people of Edo State as the state marks its historic 35th anniversary. Created on 27 August 1991 from the former Bendel State, Edo has grown into a proud symbol of history, culture, resilience and excellence. Rightly known as the Heartbeat of the Nation, Edo State occupies a special place in Nigeria's story, with its people making remarkable contributions to national development and distinguishing themselves across the world through courage, enterprise and excellence. As we celebrate Edo @35, we honour our heritage, salute the sacrifices of our founding fathers and celebrate the resilient people of Edo State at home and in the diaspora, whose strength, creativity and determination continue to bring hono...

 Today, as Edo State marks 35 years since its creation, I extend my warmest greetings to all Edo people at home and in the Diaspora. The creation of Edo State on August 27, 1991, was a defining moment in our history. Thirty-five years later, we celebrate not only how far we have come, but also the responsibility we carry to build on the foundation laid by those before us and create an even better future for generations to come. Edo is blessed with a rich cultural heritage, talented and resilient people, vast economic potential and a strategic position that gives us an important role in Nigeria’s development. Our greatest strength, however, remains our people, their courage, creativity, enterprise and determination to see our state prosper. As a government, we recognise that the work of development cannot be achieved through words alone. It requires consistent action, responsible leadership and a commitment to delivering results that people can see and feel. Through our SHINE Agenda...

 PRESS RELEASE  NO 505/ EDSGH/2026 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, EDO STATE  Works Minister apologises over Benin-Agbor Road, orders arrest of contractors removing asphalt The Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Tuesday apologised to commuters and residents of Edo and Delta states over the deplorable condition of the Benin-Agbor Road, which has caused them undue hardship. Umahi tendered the apology in Benin City while on an inspection tour of major Federal roads in the state alongside the governor,Sen Monday Okpebholo and ordered the arrest of contractors and concessionaires found removing asphalt from federal roads without authorisation. He commended Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo for his commitment to infrastructure development and intervention in the rehabilitation of federal roads in the state. The minister also thanked Edo youths for remaining calm despite the hardship caused by the condition of the road, saying their restraint had helped prevent a possible bre...

PRESS RELEASE  NO 504/ EDSGH/ 2026 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, EDO STATE  Governor Okpebholo signs Edo Assembly funds management, judiciary autonomy bills into law Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has signed the Edo House of Assembly Funds Management Bill 2023 and the State Judiciary Financial Autonomy 2023 Amendment Bill into law. The governor signed the bills on Monday at Government House, Benin City, while receiving the Speaker of the Edo House of Assembly, Prince Yekini Idiaye. He commended the lawmakers for the swift passage of the legislation, saying he was pleased that the issue had been resolved. “I am indeed delighted because this has become like a controversial law, I must confess to you,” Okpebholo said. He said the three arms of government — the executive, legislature and judiciary — had distinct responsibilities and should operate within their constitutional mandates. According to him, the executive is responsible for administration and implementation, whi...

 A MOMENT OF HONOUR AND PROFESSIONAL DISTINCTION The Edo State Healthcare Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) proudly celebrates its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Adesuwa Urhoghide, on her induction as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists (ICD). This prestigious fellowship is a recognition of professional excellence, leadership, service and commitment to the advancement of dentistry and healthcare. For EDOHERMA, this milestone reinforces our commitment to professionalism, excellence, integrity and service to humanity in healthcare regulation. Congratulations to our CEO on this remarkable professional milestone. EDOHERMA - Protecting Edo Lives, One Regulation at a Time.

 APC-USA NATIONAL YOUTH LEADER, HON. OYAKHILOME BELLO, JOINS GLOBAL LEADERS AT NIGERIA-CANADA SUMMIT ON DIGITAL RAILS AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH The APC-USA National Youth Leader, Hon. Oyakhilome Bello, recently participated in the prestigious Nigeria-Canada Summit on Digital Rails and Inclusive Growth at the Ontario Investment and Trade Centre in Toronto, Canada. The summit brought together political leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, technology experts, development partners and members of the Nigerian diaspora to explore opportunities in investment, digital transformation, technology transfer, trade, job creation and inclusive economic growth. The engagement is significant to Nigeria as it provides an avenue to attract foreign investment, expand the digital economy, develop human capital, create employment and showcase Nigeria's vast opportunities in agriculture, solid minerals, technology, manufacturing, renewable energy, financial services and other sectors. A distinguished participa...