Gov Okpebholo probes Obaseki’s recruitment into Edo civil service …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on Friday suspended recruitment into the state’s Civil Service until further notice. The governor also ordered review of all recruitments carried out by former Gov. Godwin Obaseki between May and November 2024. A statement … Read more
“God used Obaseki to reunite me with my father Oshiomhole” — Shaibu …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The immediate past deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has expressed his belief that God played a pivotal role in reuniting him with his political mentor, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, through the former governor Godwin Obaseki. He noted that … Read more
Obaseki out, Okpebholo in as Edo governor …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> On Tuesday, the Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Daniel Iyobosa Okungbowa, officiated the swearing-in ceremony of Senator Monday Okpebholo, marking his official induction as the sixth executive governor of the state. This momentous event was attended by a wide array of dignitaries, political … Read more
“I’m ready to hand over to Okpebholo if Obaseki shuns swearing-in” — Shaibu …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Philip Shaibu, who has recently been reinstated as the deputy governor of Edo State, has expressed his readiness to transition power to the incoming government following the upcoming inauguration. On Tuesday, Monday Okpebholo is set to be sworn … Read more
Obaseki Will Be Accused of Stealing $2.5 Trillion …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Commissioner for Digital Economy, Science and Technology, Ogbeide Ifaluyi-Isibor, under Governor Godwin Obaseki, has said his principal would be accused of looting the state purse. Ogbeide Ifaluyi-Isibor said Governor Obaseki would be accused of stealing $2.5 trillion World Bank loan given to … Read more
Edo Gov-elect, Okpebholo declares Obaseki missing …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Following the serious allegations made by the outgoing Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, regarding his lack of invitation to the upcoming inauguration of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the new Governor, the incoming governor has declared on Sunday that Obaseki has been unaccounted for … Read more
APC Has Not Invited Me To Okpebholo’s Inauguration – Obaseki …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has frowned at the exclusion of the government’s input from the All Progressives Congress (APC) plans in the inauguration of Monday Okpebholo. Henzodaily reports that Obaseki, who became governor in 2016, will hand over to … Read more
EFCC plans to arrest me next week, I’m not afraid — Obaseki …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has claimed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) intends to arrest him after his term ends on November 14. During the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session on Thursday in Abuja, Obaseki shared that … Read more
‘I Will Hand Myself Over To EFCC, I’m Not Afraid’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed his readiness to submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) if there is a need to account for his eight-year tenure in office. Henzodaily reports that Obaseki made this known in … Read more
Obasanjo Urges Leaders To Focus On Human Capital Development, Praises Obaseki Achievements …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has commended outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki for his contribution to nation building. He described Obaseki as a builder who impacted the lives of his people. The politician stated this on Wednesday at … Read more
I’m Leaving Office Very Satisfied And Happy …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed satisfaction with the achievements of his administration after two tenures. Henzodaily reports that Obaseki, during the commissioning of the rehabilitated Benin Technical College on Tuesday in Benin City, said he did his best as the governor of the state … Read more
Gov Obaseki marks end of tenure with thanksgiving service …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Governor Godwin Obaseki, on Sunday, led members of the State Executive Council, religious, political leaders and other stakeholders to a thanksgiving service to mark the end of his eight-year tenure as governor of Edo. The service was done held in the newly … Read more
Don’t waste your time fighting Obaseki – Ganduje tells Okpebholo …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, the APC National Chairman on Thursday in Abuja, advised Sen. Monday Okpebholo, Edo Governor-elect against probing the out-going administration of Gov. Godwin Obaseki. He gave the advice when Okpebholo paid a courtesy visit on the party’s National Working … Read more
“My administrative reforms will outlive Okpebholo” — Obaseki brags …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed optimism that several key reforms initiated during his administration will endure beyond the tenure of the incoming governor-elect, Monday Okpebholo. Obaseki believes that these reforms are not only vital for the progress … Read more
Edo: Obaseki tells Okpebholo not to reverse his reforms …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has expressed optimism that some of his administration’s reforms will outlive the incoming government of governor-elect , Monday Okpebholo. Obaseki, whose second and last tenure would expire on Nov. 11,expressed the optimism in an … Read more
Okpebholo warns banks against granting last-minute loans to out going Edo govt …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Governor-Elect of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern warning to banks and other financial institutions regarding the granting of last-minute loans and financial instruments to the outgoing administration in the state. He expressed concerns that such … Read more
Obaseki Is Causing Problems Before Handing Over …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The reinstated deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shiabu, has alleged that the recent decisions of Governor Godwin Obaseki could cause chaos in the state after leaving office on November 12. Henzodaily reports that Shaibu while speaking to journalists after a closed-door meeting with … Read more
Shaibu’s Impeachment Stands Until Final Court Decision …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has maintained that embattled Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu remains impeached, despite the court’s decision on the matter. This statement was made in response to comments from Shaibu, where he warned Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies … Read more
Obaseki uses security to block Shaibu’s attempt to return as deputy …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Security beefed up around Edo State Government House on Osadebey Avenue on Monday due to speculations that the state’s deputy governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu, was preparing to resume his duties. The Edo State House of Assembly had earlier removed Shaibu … Read more
Edo election: Obaseki and nemesis …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> There should be a long period of silence in Edo State by now. Attorneys, particularly those with loans or mortgages, will be celebrating, while candidates will be tallying their losses in billions. All candidates except the winner and runner-up must have been deserted. The runner-up will … Read more