Governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo, Osagie Ize-Iyamu, says people of the state reserve the right to remove the state governor, Godwin Obaseki, if they feel he is not giving them what they want. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Ize-Iyamu said the pace of development in the state … Read more
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has authorized the appointment of Osaze Ethan Uzamere as his Chief of Staff following the resignation of his former CSO, Mr Taiwo Akerele earlier this morning. In a statement, Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., said the appointment takes immediate effect. Uzamere is the son of Senator … Read more
The Chief of Staff to Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, Taiwo Akerele, has resigned. His resignation, was not unconnected with the lingering crisis between the Governor and the APC National Chairman, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole. In his resignation letter dated 25th April 2020, Akerele said; “My decision to exit the government is based on administrative … Read more
The Edo State Government on Monday in Benin announced the discharge of the seventh person found to be suffering from coronavirus. Governor Godwin Obaseki, who made the testimony in a statement, said the seventh discharged patient was the index case in the state. The patient, who had tested negative twice for the virus, was cleared … Read more
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has hailed Senator Daisy Ehanire Danjuma, who represented Edo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly between 2003 to 2007, for her courage in endorsing him and defending her stance thereafter, applauding her forthrightness and commitment to the development of Edo State. Recall that speaking on behalf of … Read more
The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has pledged its support to the reelection bid of the Governor of Edo State, Mr Godwin Obaseki in 2020. Speaking during a solidarity visit by members of the association to Government House in Benin City, the Edo State capital, NAPS President, Mr Mohammed Eneji, said the students are … Read more
One of the All Progressive Congress APC Chieftains in Edo state, Charles Airhavbere, has revealed the reason the party was at war with the state governor Mr Godwin Obaseki. The party’s chieftain revealed that the party was at war with the Governor because he failed to listen to ‘voice of reasons.’ Airhavbere disclosed this during … Read more
The leadership of the Edo State government has rejected the decision of the All Progressive Party APC National Working Committee to upheld the suspension of the governor Godwin Obaseki. Obaseki through the state government noted that the National Chairman of APC, Adams Oshiomhole was involved in the crisis rocking the state and therefore, lacked the … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party PDP Edo State chapter has berated the governor of the state mr Godwin Obaseki stressing that he has failed the people of the state. The party lamented that Obaseki’s administration has only brought hardship on the people of state. The Chairman of the PDP in the state, Chief Dan Orbih, disclosed … Read more
The Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, will chaired the Nigerian Governors’ Forum NGF in the bid to strategize on how to access the $750m World Bank grant. The governor disclosed this to newsmen on arrival at the State’s Airport in Benin from Abuja. Obaseki noted that he had attended series of meetings in Abuja adding … Read more
The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressive Congress APC, Adams Oshiomhole, has named the Deputy Governor of Edo state, Hon Philip Shaibu, as the mastermind behind the recent attack of on the convoy of Oba of Lagos Oba Rilwan Akiolu, Governor Godwin Obasek and Chancellor of the Edo University, Iyahmo, Dr. Makanjuola. It could … Read more
The Governor of Edo State Godwin Obaseki, has reacted to the Supreme Court verdict on the appeal suit filed by PDP presidential candidate in the last presidential elections, Atiku Abubakar, challenging the verdict of Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal for upholding the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2019 presidential election. Obaseki noted that the … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has terminated the appointment of all his senior special assistants and special assistants with immediate effect. In a statement made available to journalists in Benin City, the state capital, on Wednesday, Secretary to the State Government, Mr Osarodion Ogie, said fresh appointments would be announced within the next 30 … Read more
–APC National Chairman, Adams Oshiomole said Governor Obaseki removed the only commissioner he nominated. National Chairman of All Progressive Congress(APC) Adams Oshiomhole has said that the Governor of Edo state,Godwin Obaseki removed the only commissioner he nominated into his cabinet. Oshiomhole made the statement in a live Programme, saying the governor took the action … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State on Wednesday announced a major shakeup in his cabinet, sacking eight commissioners in the reshuffle. This was contained in a statement issued and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie. The statement also announced the nomination of six persons for appointment as commissioners and the appointment … Read more
Worried by the rift between former Edo Governor Adams Oshiomole and his successor Godwin Obaseki, members of the Edo State Council of Traditional Rulers and Chiefs met behind closed doors with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday. In his speech at the meeting which was made available to State House correspondents, … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State on Wednesday declared a major change in his cabinet, dismissing eight commissioners in the reshuffle. This was contained in a statement issued and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie. The statement also showed the nomination of six persons for appointment as commissioners and … Read more