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R-L: Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu; Governor Godwin Obaseki; Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., the contractor; and Commissioner for Infrastructure, Hon. Osahon Amiolemen; during the governor’s inspection of ongoing reconstruction work at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.

…new office to be fitted with tech. ...Inspects road projects, stadium reconstruction, others

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said that Ethiope Publishing House, located in the heart of the state capital, Benin City, will accommodate the Edo State Pension Bureau as soon as his administration completes the ongoing renovation of the building.

According to Obaseki, the new pension office will be fitted with modern technology that will enable staff of the pension bureau to respond to pensioners’ enquiries faster.

Obaseki disclosed this when he inspected ongoing reconstruction work at the Ethiope Publishing House in Benin City, and said that the central location of the building and its proximity to the major bus terminal at Ring Road, will eliminate the troubles pensioners used to experience in accessing the pension office.

“We are refurbishing the building and relocating the Pension Bureau here. It is going to be a modern office that will be driven by technology so that we can manage our pensioners and issues relating to pension effectively from this location,” the governor said.

He explained that the Ethiope building was chosen because of its central location and accessibility and added “We don't want our pensioners to spend much money to get to the Pension Bureau.”

The governor also inspected ongoing reconstruction work at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, and told journalists that his administration embarked on the total overhaul of facilities in the stadium to raise its profile to a world class stadium that will be hosting international sporting events.

He explained that the construction work is in phases, with the first phase scheduled for completion in December 2018, while the other phases would expand to 2019.
"We want to build a world class facility that will attract world class events. I am impressed with the quality and pace of ongoing work at the stadium.”

He also inspected the desilting of the drainage system in Akenzua axis, behind the Benin Airport, which he said was constructed during the late Dr. Samuel Osaigbovo Ogbemudia administration.
Obaseki said his administration has completed the manhole desilting work, cleared the drains, as part of plan to connect the drainage system to 12 streets around the area, affected by flooding and added, “We are also constructing the 12 roads in the area affected by flood."

While inspecting the ongoing project at the ministry of infrastructure, the governor assured that his administration is committed to improving the working condition of civil servants in the state for better service delivery.

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R-L: Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki; Permanent Secretary, Edo State Pension Bureau, Mr. I.D.S Juwobor; Head of Service, Mrs. Gladys Idahor; and the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu, during the governor’s inspection of ongoing renovation work at the Ethiope Publishing Corporation building, in Benin City, Edo State.

The Edo State Government wishes to notify members of the public that it has not asked anyone or group of persons to raise funds for the rehabilitation of dilapidated schools in Edo State.

The state government has a well laid-out plan to reconstruct all dilapidated schools, and the process began with a bid round which was held some months ago, to shortlist certified contractors for the reconstruction work.

The next phase of the process will commence soon.

Anyone who donates money to any group in the name of school rehabilitation in Edo State, does so at his or her risk.

Crusoe Osagie,
Special Adviser on Media and Communication Strategy to Edo State Governor

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Parents inspecting their wards books at Aisologun primary school, Ikpoba Okha

Open Day At Edaiken Primary School, Benin City: Teachers Seen Discussing With Parents On The Performance Of Their Ward

This is another school already being worked on by the state and this is the direction we are taking all other schools in the state. We have been in government for 18 months now and we need much more time than 18 months to deal with all the problems of our educational system.

Edo State Government appeals for your patience and understanding please.

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Obaseki Relocates Pupils, Teachers Of Holy Aruosa Primary School To Agbado Primary School

...orders closure of all dilapidated schools in Edo State

...begins investigation into why initial relocation order was ignored


1. Following the unfortunate development at Holy Aruosa Primary School, the Edo State Government has ordered the immediate relocation of pupils and teachers in the school to nearby Agbado Primary School in Benin City.

All such schools, with dilapidated structures have been shutdown with immediate effect. Students and pupils in the affected schools are hereby relocated to other schools that will be announced soon.


2. The Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., visited Holy Aruosa Primary School as early as 7: A. M. on Thursday, to announce the state government's decision.


3. The state government has ordered an investigation to ascertain why the initial relocation order of the pupils with their teachers was not enforced.


4. Holy Aruosa Primary School was earlier shut down by the state government and the pupils and teachers relocated to another school. Government is shocked that her order was not carried out.


5. One of the allegations being investigated is the suspicion that some teachers, who are refusing to be transferred out of the school, selfishly kept those kids in the school under unsafe condition.


6. However, it is pertinent to note that on assumption of office in November 2016, Governor Godwin Obaseki ordered an inventory of facilities and the enumeration of primary and secondary schools in the state.


7. After the census, the schools were categorised into three: those in grade A are in good condition; those in B need little intervention and schools in grade C require total renovation.


8. It is obvious that Holy Aruosa Primary School and Osula Primary School, among others, fell in the third category and require urgent attention. The worst of them like Holy Aruosa were shut down.


9. As is the culture of this administration, groundwork has already begun for this renovation process to commence, as only few months ago bid rounds were held for the rehabilitation of some of these schools.


10. The renovation work is expected to cover 1,200 public schools in the state, with the first batch of 230 schools captured in the pilot phase of the exercise.


11. It is also pertinent to state that there is need for communities to join forces to protect renovated schools. It is common knowledge that the immediate past administration renovated and remodelled a good number of schools, but sadly, a lot of them have been vandalised and the facilities looted by hoodlums.


12. We assure that work will soon commence at these schools within Benin metropolis and other parts of the state, and call on communities to protect the structures as soon as they're built.


13. The state government will expedite action on the renovation work to ensure that our pupils learn in conducive environment, even as we roll out the Edo Basic Education Sector Transformation (Edo BEST) programme to some of these schools in coming weeks.


Crusoe Osagie,

Special Adviser to Governor Godwin Obaseki on Media and Communication Strategy

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Usobuwa Pry School, Otuo,*Owan East LGA, Edo State:
This is also one of the schools already worked on by the state and this is the direction we are taking all other schools in the state. We have been in government for 18 months now and we need much more time than 18 months to deal with all the problems of our educational system.
We appeal for your patience and understanding please.

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Idumowo Primary School, Ebelle in Edo State. Primary one pupils: This is another of the schools already worked on by the state and this is the direction we are taking all other schools in the state. We have been in government for 18 months now and we need much more time than 18 months to deal with all the problems of our educational system.
We appeal for your patience and understanding please.

Father’s Day: Obaseki Hails Fathers, Assures Of Policies For Decent Means Of Livelihood

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has hailed fathers for their contribution to nation building and for going against all odds to provide for the needs of their families and working towards a better society for all.

The governor, who said this in commemoration of Father’s Day, marked on June 17, said that fathers and others who have come to play father-figures over time, have not let society down in keeping up with responsibilities in the family and deserve praise for how they have continued to meet up with expectations despite socio-economic encumbrances.

He said, “Today’s celebration presents an occasion to appreciate fathers for their diligence, love, care and unwavering commitment to providing for the needs of children and other members of the family and working to ensure a cohesive society.

According to the governor, “Even in instances that demand fathers to take on menial jobs, they have shown resilience, strength, determination to ensure that the needs of their families are well provided for.”

Obaseki assured fathers that his administration will continue to pursue reforms that will provide decent means of livelihood to encourage them to play their roles even more effectively.

He noted that the state government is working round the clock to attract more investors as the continued influx of businesses into the state will ensure that fathers get opportunities to be engaged in decent means of livelihood and cater for their families.

He said the state government will not fail to implement policies that will ensure that employers of labour provide conducive environment that will encourage fathers to play their roles effectively and explore opportunities to ensure that a healthy work-life balance is sustained.

Obaseki added that the state government will not relent in ensuring that fathers who are employees and retirees of the state get their due benefits promptly.

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has congratulated Muslims in the state on the occasion of Eid-El Fitr.

Obaseki assured that his administration will not relent in advancing policies that support economic growth and create wealth for all people in the state and urged Muslims to allow the lessons of the Ramadan: sacrifice, charity and love for one another, guide their relationship with all Edo people and residents.

Muslims in the state joined other Muslim faithful across the world in the celebration of Eid-El Fitr on Friday, after the Ramandan fast.

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The Governor of Edo State, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has congratulated Muslims in the state as they celebrate Eid-El Fitr after the successful completion of the Ramadan fast.

In his Eid-El Fitr message released on Thursday, Obaseki said: “On behalf of the Government and people of Edo State, I felicitate with our Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr after completing the Ramadan fast, a major pillar of Islam.”

He noted that “the Holy month of Ramandan is an opportunity for our Muslim brothers and sisters to deepen their relationship with Allah, promote a life of sacrifice, charity and love for one another.”

He urged Muslims in Edo State “to sustain these values even after the Holy month,” and called on them to support his “administration’s vision to build a prosperous and peaceful Edo State where everyone can actualise their dreams.”

SOURCE: http://thebellng.com/eid-el-fitr-obaseki-felicitates-with-muslims-urges-love-peaceful-coexistence/

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The Edo State Government has raised alarm over the supply of adulterated kerosene to users of the product.

Commissioner for Youth and Special Duties, Mika Amanokha, raised the alarm in Benin City after a report of a fire incident in Evbuotubu Market, on Tuesday, which was put under control by officials of the Edo State Fire Service.

Amanokha urged the federal government agencies that supervise the distribution of kerosene to mop up the fake product from the market.

He explained that the victim of the fire incident, who deals in kerosene in the market, lit a match stick to demonstrate that the kerosene she was selling was genuine.

"Unfortunately, the product was adulterated as the experiment produced an explosion which killed her," Amanokha said.

He added that the timely intervention of officials of the Edo Fire Service brought the fire under control.

...trains 300 Stenographers

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has disclosed that his administration has commenced work on the design and development of houses for judges beginning with judges of the Appeal Court and the Federal High Court in the state.

Obaseki said this while declaring open the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, 2018 Law Week and the official commissioning of the NBA Bar House in Benin City, on Monday.

He explained that the phased housing project will commence with the first five units for Appeal Court judges and judges of the Federal High Court, assuring that more units will be constructed as his administration plans to develop a colony for judges in the state.

"The real investment has to be in the people, system and the process. I have decided to relocate the Ministry of Justice to the new Block C in the state secretariat complex and will be fully furnished, computerised with an e-library to make the work place conducive for our judicial workers," he said.

The governor noted that his administration has hired 300 stenographers who are currently undergoing training.

"Court recorders are being procured and by the time the new court building is completed, they will be installed," he said.

Obaseki said the goal and focus of his administration is to make the state the judicial hub of the region.

"In the past 19 months we have made tremendous progress in taking the state to an enviable height. Our administration has made appreciable impact in the lives of our people by insisting on the rule of law".

The governor noted that his administration has created a sense of social security, stability, order and a sense of purpose which were made possible because of fear of sanctions.

"The judicial system has helped in restoring law and order in the state. It has also helped to drive our reforms," he said.

The Chief Judge of Edo State, Hon. Justice Esohe Ikponmwen, commended the Edo State branch of the NBA for the success recorded during the 2018 Law Week.

The Chief Judge, who was represented at the occasion by Hon. Justice Ada Ehigiamusoe, said: "The various topics treated will go a long way to further stabillise and enhance the development and growth of the nation and the law profession".

Delivering the keynote address titled The Role of Law in Economic Development and National Security, Dele Adesina (SAN), said the greatest threat to the survival of Nigeria as a nation is security and solving the security problem will mean solving the economic problem.

SOURCE: http://thebellng.com/edo-nba-law-week-obaseki-unveils-plan-to-build-houses-for-judges/

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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (second left), Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu, (left); representative of the Chief Judge of Edo State, Hon. Justice Ada Ehigiamusoe (middle), Hon. Justice E. A Edigin (second right); and Alfred Eghobamien (SAN), (right), during the commissioning of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)’s Bar House in Benin City, on Monday, June 11, 2018.

...trains 300 Stenographers

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has disclosed that his administration has commenced work on the design and development of houses for judges beginning with judges of the Appeal Court and the Federal High Court in the state.

Obaseki said this while declaring open the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, 2018 Law Week and the official commissioning of the NBA Bar House in Benin City, on Monday.

He explained that the phased housing project will commence with the first five units for Appeal Court judges and judges of the Federal High Court, assuring that more units will be constructed as his administration plans to develop a colony for judges in the state.

"The real investment has to be in the people, system and the process. I have decided to relocate the Ministry of Justice to the new Block C in the state secretariat complex and will be fully furnished, computerised with an e-library to make the work place conducive for our judicial workers," he said.

The governor noted that his administration has hired 300 stenographers who are currently undergoing training.

"Court recorders are being procured and by the time the new court building is completed, they will be installed," he said.

Obaseki said the goal and focus of his administration is to make the state the judicial hub of the region.

"In the past 19 months we have made tremendous progress in taking the state to an enviable height. Our administration has made appreciable impact in the lives of our people by insisting on the rule of law".

The governor noted that his administration has created a sense of social security, stability, order and a sense of purpose which were made possible because of fear of sanctions.

"The judicial system has helped in restoring law and order in the state. It has also helped to drive our reforms," he said.

The Chief Judge of Edo State, Hon. Justice Esohe Ikponmwen, commended the Edo State branch of the NBA for the success recorded during the 2018 Law Week.

The Chief Judge, who was represented at the occasion by Hon. Justice Ada Ehigiamusoe, said: "The various topics treated will go a long way to further stabillise and enhance the development and growth of the nation and the law profession".

Delivering the keynote address titled The Role of Law in Economic Development and National Security, Dele Adesina (SAN), said the greatest threat to the survival of Nigeria as a nation is security and solving the security problem will mean solving the economic problem.

The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has condemned the use of children as labourers by employers of labour and warned that his administration will not accept any form of exploitation of children in the state.

Obaseki gave the warning on the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, marked by the United Nations each year.

While acknowledging the influx of companies into the state, with the state government's reinvigorated efforts at creating the enabling environment for businesses to thrive, the governor maintained that his administration will not be home to obnoxious labour practices such as the recruitment of children to work.

"We are committed to equipping our children with quality education for a prosperous future. We have robust laws and policies that guarantee the rights of children in the state and will activate these laws and policies in the event that children are being exploited or abused anywhere in the state," he said.

The governor urged Edo people and residents to report any case of exploitation of children to the law enforcement agencies for prosecution as the state government has sensitised the enforcement agencies to treat such cases with dispatch.

He further warned that forced labour and human trafficking have no place in the emerging Edo State, and advised parents, guardians and caregivers to be alive to their responsibilities of educating their children.

"The International Labour Organisation in 2002 launched the day to focus attention on the global extent of child labour and the action and efforts needed to eliminate it. Each year in June, the World Day brings together governments, employers and workers organizations, civil society, as well as millions of people from around the world to highlight the plight of child labourers and what can be done to help them," the UN body said.

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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (right); and Managing Director (MD), Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited, Mr. Philippe Carty, during planting of the first rubber tree by the governor, at the Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited (RENL)’s Urhonigbe Rubber Plantation, in Orhionmwon Local Government Area, Edo State, on Wednesday.

…plantation to create 350 jobs, gov to fix infrastructure, police post underway

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, said his administration has taken deliberate steps to re-position the state as an agro-based industrial hub in the nation that specialises in rubber, cocoa and oil palm produce.

He stated this while planting the first rubber tree at Urhonigbe Rubber Plantation in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State, on Wednesday.

Obaseki disclosed that the motion to establish the rubber plantation was moved by his grandfather in 1952 and expressed his excitement in leading the re-development of the plantation.

He thanked the management of Rubber Estate Nigeria Limited for investing about N5.1billion in Urhonigbe Rubber Plantation as the move will create employment for the youths in the area.

The governor called on the company to partner with the community and enter into an agreement to donate more land for planting of rubber to create more agripreneurs.

"We are set to accelerate the economic growth of Orhionmwon Local Government Area, starting from the base, as Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is introduced in all our primary schools to integrating them into the Edo-Best programme."

He assured that more resources will be channeled into improving the healthcare system in the area while efforts will be made to accelerate the construction of roads in the council.

The governor assured the people that his administration will re-construct the old roads and open up the area for more economic activities, adding that the "the community people will be involved in the development of the area.”

He said his administration will ensure the security of life and property in the council by establishing a formidable police post soon, and added, "I am consulting with the Inspector General of Police to ensure this plan comes to reality."

Obaseki assured those affected by the last storm in the area that the government will support them as arrangement is already on ground to address their issue and noted that efforts are being made to resolve the boundary dispute between Edo and Delta states.

"Urhonigbe technical school will be equipped and more teachers will be sent to the school," he promised.

The Managing Director of Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited, Mr. Philippe Carty, expressed his delight at the occasion, and noted that the presence of the governor is a bold demonstration of his support for the development of Urhonigbe Community and his commitment to Agriculture in the state.

He said the planting operation will be in two phases as the first will cover 1,300 hectares while the second will cover 1,000 hectares.

"We will invest about N5.1 billion in Urhonigbe Rubber Plantation and a total of 350 workers will be employed in the plantation," Carty said.

A community leader, Mr. Osaretin Peter, thanked the governor for the visit and expressed appreciation for his performance in the last 18 months.

He drew the attention of the governor to the court case and boundary dispute between Urhonigbe Community in Edo State and Umutu Community in Delta State, and urged him to intervene.

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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (second from left), planting the first rubber tree at the Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited (RENL)’s Urhonigbe Rubber Plantation, in Orhionmwon Local Government Area, Edo State, on Wednesday.

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The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has disclosed that over 25 Information and Communication Technology (ICT) companies will be using the facility at the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) as innovation hub on completion.

Obaseki disclosed this during an inspection tour of the ongoing construction work at ICE facility in the state, ahead of the visit of the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on June 14, 2018.

He said he was pleased with the pace of work at the site, noting, "The facility will be commissioned by the Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, and over 25 companies will use this innovation hub for different forms of training and certification.”

The governor said his administration has received solicitation from major global technology companies that have indicated interest in the innovation hub.

“Those that will benefit from this facility are both the young and old residents in the state, as they will get industry-relevant skills and certification," he added.

Obaseki said his administration decided to create opportunities for Edo people and residents to acquire skills that are needed in the present day labour market.

"The facility will help our people get remedial, short and long-term trainings and will enhance marketability."

He assured that the roads leading to the facility have also been captured for reconstruction as part of the refurbishment plan.

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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (left); Chief of Staff to the Governor, Chief Taiwo Akerele (right); Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, Chief Osaro Idah (middle); during an inspection tour of the ongoing reconstruction work at the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), in Benin City, Edo State.