OKPOKO BUILDING COLLAPSE: ANAMBRA COMMISSIONER CONDEMNS ILLEGAL STRUCTURE, ORDERS DEMOLITION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Okpoko Building Collapse: Ojukwu Condemns Illegal Structure, Orders Demolition ‎ ‎By Chukwuka Ugokwe ‎ ‎The Anambra State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Bar. Chijioke Ojukwu, has on Oct 8, described the collapse of a three-storey building under construction in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area, as unfortunate. ‎ ‎The incident, which occurred in the Anata Anaba area of the town, claimed the lives of a middle-aged woman and her 14-year-old daughter, amid allegations that warnings about the safety of the building had been ignored. ‎ ‎The victims, identified as Happiness Ugoagu and her daughter, Chikaima, were reportedly asleep in their bedroom when the building collapsed onto their residence. ‎ ‎Ojukwu, who visited the scene alongside officials of the ministry, alleged that substandard materials had been used in the construction. He also disclosed that a stop-work notice had previously been served on the building. ‎ ‎Describing the structure as illegal, ...

EDO STATE GOVT APPROVES ₦1 BILLION BURSARY FOR STUDENTS NATIONWIDE. (PHOTO).


 Edo State Government Approves ₦1 Billion Bursary for Students Nationwide


Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved a ₦1 billion bursary scheme for Edo indigenes studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The announcement was made during a youth town hall meeting in Benin City, underscoring the administration’s commitment to education and youth empowerment.


The bursary initiative, set to run annually, aims to alleviate financial burdens on students, promote academic excellence, and ensure access to quality education for Edo indigenes. Governor Okpebholo emphasized that the program will support students regardless of their institution’s location within Nigeria, fostering inclusivity and equal opportunity.


To ensure transparency and authenticity, eligibility for the bursary will be verified through applicants’ local government authorities. The verification process is designed to confirm that only genuine Edo indigenes benefit from the scheme, preventing fraudulent claims.


“This initiative reflects our dedication to investing in the future of our youth,” Governor Okpebholo stated. “By easing financial constraints, we aim to empower our students to focus on their studies and contribute meaningfully to the development of Edo State and Nigeria at large.”


The state government has outlined that the bursary disbursement process will commence in the coming weeks, with further details on application procedures to be released through official channels. Stakeholders, including student unions and community leaders, have commended the move, describing it as a significant step toward educational advancement in Edo State.


The ₦1 billion bursary scheme is part of Governor Okpebholo’s broader agenda to prioritize education, skills development, and youth empowerment, ensuring that Edo indigenes have the resources needed to thrive in a competitive academic environment.


For more information on the application process, students are advised to contact their respective local government councils or visit the Edo State Government’s official website.

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