Edo state state news

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

Breaking News

• Edo State Government has announced the reopening of schools in the state, following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. (Source: Vanguard News)
• The Edo State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the recent cult clashes in Benin City. (Source: The Nation)

Politics

• The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Edo State House of Assembly bye-election, defeating the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). (Source: Premium Times)
• The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has been re-elected for a second term, defeating his main opponent, Ize-Iyamu. (Source: This Day Live)

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 Benin Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BENCCIMA) has called on the Edo State Government to provide more support to small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in the state. (Source: The Guardian)

Health

• The Edo State Government has launched a new healthcare initiative aimed at reducing maternal and child mortality rates in the state. (Source: Daily Trust)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended the Edo State Government for its efforts in improving healthcare services in the state. (Source: Punch Newspaper)

Sports

• The Edo State Government has announced plans to host the 2022 National Sports Festival in the state. (Source: The Nation)
• The Benin City-based club, Bendel Insurance FC, has been promoted to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) after winning the Nigeria National League (NNL) title. (Source: Goal.com)

These are just a few of the recent news updates from Edo State. If you're looking for more information, please let me know!