Edo news update

Here are some recent news updates from Edo State, Nigeria:

Breaking News

• Edo State Government has announced the reopening of schools in the state, effective from Monday, March 1, 2021. (Source: Vanguard News)
• The Edo State Government has also announced the resumption of worship services in churches and mosques across the state, effective from Sunday, March 7, 2021. (Source: The Nation)

Politics

• The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Edo State House of Assembly bye-election, held on Saturday, February 27, 2021. (Source: Premium Times)
• The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the APC of rigging the bye-election, and has called for the cancellation of the results. (Source: This Day)

Economy

• The Edo State Government has launched a new initiative to promote local production and consumption of agricultural products in the state. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
• The state government has also announced plans to establish a new industrial park in the state, which will create jobs and stimulate economic growth. (Source: The Guardian)

Health

• The Edo State Government has announced the discovery of a new case of Lassa fever in the state, and has urged residents to take precautions to prevent the spread of the disease. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
• The state government has also launched a new campaign to promote awareness about the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of diseases. (Source: Daily Trust)

Sports

• The Edo State Government has announced plans to host the 2021 National Sports Festival, which will take place in the state from November 2021. (Source: The Nation)
• The state government has also announced plans to establish a new sports academy in the state, which will provide training and development opportunities for young athletes. (Source: Vanguard News)

Other News

• The Edo State Government has announced plans to launch a new initiative to promote tourism in the state, which will include the development of new tourist attractions and infrastructure. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
• The state government has also announced plans to establish a new university in the state, which will focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. (Source: The Guardian)