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                OFFICIAL STATEMENT Edo NAWOJ Urges Parents to Allow Children to Participate in Ongoing Measles and Rubella Vaccination The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Edo State Chapter, calls on parents and guardians to avail their children to participate in the ongoing measles and Rubella vaccination exercise across the state. This timely opportunity for effective immunization will protect children from preventable diseases and future health challenges that could result in death. We commend the Edo State Government, in collaboration with development partners, for organizing this vaccination exercise targeting approximately 2.2 million children aged between 0 and 14 years across the 18 local government areas of Edo State. The vaccination is being administered at designated health facilities and temporary vaccination posts, and is completely free of charge to all eligible children in government health facilities across the sta...

Edo State's Aviation Dreams Take Flight as Governor Okpebholo Meets Minister Keyamo Habiba Sam  The Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, in Abuja, where they engaged in in-depth discussions on the future of aviation in Nigeria.  The meeting focused on advancing Edo State's aviation sector, with a particular emphasis on the proposed Edo Air initiative. Governor Okpebholo highlighted the importance of the aviation sector in driving economic growth and development in the state.  He stated that the Edo State Government is committed to positioning the state as a regional hub for business, logistics, and tourism.  The Governor noted that the establishment of Edo Air would significantly boost economic activities, enhance tourism, and make transportation easier and more reliable for the people and investors. Minister Keyamo welcomed the Governor's vision...

New Year, New Beginnings: NUJ Chairman Secures Freedom for Three Inmates By Admin  In a heartwarming display of compassion and kindness, Comrade Festus Alenkhe, the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, has facilitated the release of three inmates from the Oko Correctional Service in Benin City.  The inmates, who had been serving varying jail terms for different criminal offenses, were freed after Comrade Alenkhe paid their fines. The beneficiaries of this generous act are Godspower Nathaniel from Nasarawa State, Francis Joshua from Ebonyi State, and Ikechukwu Udu from Imo State.  Despite being found guilty and sentenced to prison terms ranging from six months to one year, the inmates were unable to secure their release due to their inability to pay the fines. However, Comrade Alenkhe's timely intervention has brought joy and relief to the inmates and their families. In a bid to usher in the new year with acts of kindness, Comrade Alenkhe ...