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*Edo Government Reinstates Commitment To Removing Bottlenecks To Economic Growth And Development*

By Betty Idialu

The Edo State government has reinstated its committment in removing bottlenecks capable of impeding economic growth and development of the state.

The Commissioner in the Ministry of Business Trade and Cooperatives(MBTC) , Hon. Patrick Uanseru made the disclosure while playing host to the South South Supervising Zonal Director of the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, Benin, Edo State , David D. Diekedie, who was on a courtesy visit to the ministry.

According to the Commissioner, the governor of Edo State, Dr. Godwin Obaseki more than ever before was committed to placing Edo on a, high pedestal and making it a business destination .

Uanseru said, that Dr. Obaseki as part of his Making Edo Great Again( MEGA) agenda is committed to finishing strong by putting Edo on a high pedestal thereby making state the economic hub in the West Africa subregion.

The commissioner pledged to collaborate with the National Board For Technology Incubation under the ministry of Science and Technology, South South Zonal office and promised to find an amicable way of resolving the case between the Edo Cooperative Federation Limited and the South South office of Science and Technology over land ownership.

On his part, the zonal Director , in his introduction, expressed delight at the visit, saying said that, the Federal government has 36 incubation centers in Nigeria with Edo hosting the South South office , adding that MBTC was their partner in progress

"The National Board for Technology Incubation ( NBTI) is, an agency under the Federal ministry of Innovation Science and Technology (FIS&T) with the mandate to establish manage the operations if Technology Incubation Centers (TICs)
and Technology parks nationwide ; while ensuring the commercialization of Research and Development results from research establishment and related innovative efforts in line with the objectives of the Technology Incubation Program (TIP).

Speaking further, Diekedie said, the South South zonal office is based in Benin City with the mandate of coordinating and directing the affairs of the six TIPs in the Zone.

While reeling out their areas of challenges, he appealed to the state government for assistance in fixing of the dilapidated portions of their office, and provision of a utility vehicle, adding that it would go a long way to make their job easier.

He disclosed that they were training interested people in the state for free in entrepreneurship program such as shoe making, production of cellophane among others.

He hinted that as soon as they got the nod from the Director General /CEO, Dr. Uchenna P. Uche, they will furnish the ministry information with information about their flagship program, the South South Innovation and Products exhibition conference schedule to hold later in the year.

Highlights of the visit was a presentation fliers and programs to the Honourable commissioner.

Diekdie was in company of some top members of staff,Barrister Ehimen Hope, Zonal Legal Officer; Mrs. Egharevba Beauty, HOD, Operations, Technology and Innovation, and Aliu Abdullahi, Zonal Accountant.

Other top management staff of the meeting were also in attendance during the courtesy visit..

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*Obaseki commissions Merry Ehanire Hospital, recommits to making Edo a hub for medical tourism*

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, at the weekend, commissioned the Merry Ehanire Mother and Child Hospital, In Benin City, reassuring that ongoing reforms in the State’s health sector will reposition the State as a destination for medical tourism.

The hospital was named after the late Dame Merry Oritsetemeyin Ehanire, mother of Senator Daisy Ehanire-Danjuma.

The governor, who commended Senator Daisy Danjuma's investment in the Edo’s health sector revolution, decried the continuous spending of over $2bn annually on medical tourism by Nigerians.

He said, "Listening to TY Danjuma speak, he said so many things in a very short speech. I heard him say it's time for us to renew Nigeria and re-enact Nigeria. He said the country worked once and went to a hospital that works.

“This hospital we are commissioning today signifies more than a hospital and intervention in health care. For me, this hospital and facility signifies us re-establishing new standards for ourselves, State and Country. We are using healthcare as a starting point.

“This hospital is significant. Beyond the facilities, the timing with our economy today is important because we may not be able to afford the $2bn or $3bn spent going abroad annually to seek treatment for ourselves, TY Danjuma and his lovely wife are leading the way.”

Obaseki called on Nigerian leaders to create the facilities and environment for care to discourage people from seeking medical care abroad.

The governor noted: “The facilities and environment we seek treatment abroad can be created here in Nigeria to treat ourselves.

“Nigerians are the only ones that can do it for ourselves. If we decide to migrate abroad, we would not have the manpower to renew our system as nobody will do it for us and if they do, it will be very expensive. I am happy this hospital is coming to existence in my time as governor of Edo State. It’s like a dream come true and I am fulfilled by this achievement.”

He continued: “Six years ago, we decided on a health improving programme for Edo State. When we look at the entire spectrum of the healthcare system particularly Benin City, which huge unique advantage can make the State a medical hub?

“Healthcare is not cheap; quality healthcare is expensive as somebody needs to pay for it. We have a medical school for 50 years that has trained manpower. Healthcare is beyond infrastructure but about people.

“In Edo, we enacted a law establishing a compulsory health insurance scheme which is now working in Edo State. We are urging all to key in.”

“This facility has helped us set up the standard that we are aspiring to establish if Edo is to be a health hub because of the quality of facilities and services that this hospital will offer. It means there is a new benchmark to beat as anybody setting up a Hospital in the State must meet this standard as we are aspiring to ensure Stella Obasanjo Hospital meets this standard here,” Obaseki added.

On his part, Retired General Theophilus Danjuma, said, “We have competent staff from abroad who have agreed to come work here and we pray the management keeps them. May God help us to run and maintain the hospital properly.”

On her part, Senator Daisy Danjuma, said the standard of the hospital can compete with those outside the country as it will be of help to those in Edo and outside the State.

Senator Daisy said Nigeria ranks as the highest in terms of maternal and child mortality in the world as the hospital aims to reduce the rate.

“We put this standard to discourage you from traveling abroad as the facility here is better than some hospitals abroad. The Merry Ehanire Mother and Child Hospital has been built to significantly reduce the incidence of maternal and child mortality in Edo and Nigeria at large,” she noted.

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L-R: Retired General Theophilus Danjuma; his wife, Senator Daisy Ehanire-Danjuma; Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, and his wife, Mrs. Betsy, at the commissioning of the Merry Ehanire Mother and Child Hospital, in Benin City, at the weekend.

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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (middle) inspecting facilities during the commissioning of the Merry Ehanire Mother and Child Hospital, in Benin City, at the weekend.

Obaseki: Edo Int’l film festival initiated to create marketplace for films, movies

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has said the Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF) was initiated by his administration to create a marketplace for films and movies.

The governor made the remarks at the 2024 ESIFF Grand Finale & Awards Night, held at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, in Benin City.

He noted that his administration created the festival to serve as a platform to bring stakeholders in the entertainment industry together to transact business in the creative sector.

Obaseki noted: “This event is to help create a marketplace for films and movies. We know a lot of you, particularly young people in the creative industry in this part of the country, have done a lot of work and your products and production are not seen.

“So we felt as a government, we should support the creative industry, ensuring that festivals like this are held where we bring together youths with creative talents and people that will help you distribute your production across the world.”

The governor commended the sponsors of the festival, noting, “I thank our sponsors who have worked with us over the years to improve the quality we see here today and need them to help sustain the festival. This is a government initiative to help launch ideas and can only be sustained by the creative industry.

“This international film festival belongs to the industry and from next year it will be run by the Trust made up of a spectrum of players and people from the creative industry while we will support from the sidelines and hope that our sponsors and all of you interested and those that would benefit from it take it up from there.”

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L-R: Executive Director, Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, Violet Okosun; representatives of the winner of the Governor’s Award for Best Feature Film; Sunday Chukwu; Uche Agbo, and Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, during presentation of awards at the 2024 Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF) Grand Finale & Awards Night, held at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, in Benin City, at the weekend.

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L-R: Former Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Senator Daisy Ehanire-Danjuma; Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, and his wife, Mrs. Betsy, at the 2024 Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF) Grand Finale & Awards Night, held at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, in Benin City, at the weekend.

Dear Vendors,

The Ministry of Business, Trade, and Cooperatives in Edo State extends a warm invitation to digital vendors like you to collaborate with us in showcasing your innovative products on our official social media handles.

We recognize the pivotal role that digital businesses play in the economic landscape of Edo State, and we are eager to support and promote your products through our online platforms.

Objectives:

Our initiative aims to create a symbiotic relationship wherein the Ministry can contribute to the visibility and growth of local digital businesses. By featuring your products on our social media handles, we aim to:

1. Boost Visibility: Showcase your products to a broader audience, increasing your brand visibility and market reach.

2. Encourage Local Commerce: Promote the flourishing digital ecosystem in Edo State by connecting consumers with local digital vendors.

3. Foster Economic Growth: Contribute to the economic growth of Edo State by supporting and promoting local businesses.

How It Works:

1. Product Features: We will regularly feature products from digital vendors on our social media platforms, including images, descriptions, and links to your business.

2. Direct Engagement: Interested consumers can directly reach out to you through the contact details provided in the posts, creating a direct line for potential customers to connect with your business.

3. Collaborative Promotion: We encourage vendors to share the posts on their own social media platforms, creating a collaborative promotion effort.

Benefits for Digital Vendors:

1. Free Marketing: Avail free marketing opportunities through our official social media handles with a substantial following.

2. Local Recognition: Enhance your visibility within Edo State, connecting with a local audience interested in digital products and services.

3. Direct Leads: Receive direct leads and inquiries from interested consumers through the contact details provided in the promotional posts.

How to Participate:
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The Ministry of Business Trade and Cooperatives flagged off today 29th November 2023 its two-day Edo Senatorial District Workshop for Cooperative Stakeholders and Trustees in JOOPSA Benin.

EDSG is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

The Ministry of Business, Trade, and Cooperatives in Edo State extends a warm invitation to vendors like you to collaborate with us in showcasing your innovative products on our official social media handles for free.

We recognize the pivotal role that digital businesses play in the economic landscape of Edo State, and we are eager to support and promote your products through our online platforms.
Join us for more information, discussion and insights.

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The Ministry of Business, Trade and Cooperatives in collaboration with the Edo Cooperative Federation, presents a 2-day workshop for Cooperatives Stakeholders/Trustees across the three Senatorial district in Edo State.

All Cooperatives Stakeholders/Trustees are cordially invited to attend this workshop, as it promises to be enlightening.

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NOTICE TO BUSINESS OWNERS:

In accordance with the 2015 amendment to the Taxes and Levies Act, it is a legal obligation for all business owners to complete the registration of their businesses with the Edo State Government. This process is facilitated through the Ministry of Business Trade and Co-operatives.

Kindly take note that this registration requires annual renewal. Ensuring compliance with this requirement is crucial to maintain your business's legal standing. We urge all business owners to promptly address this matter. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Did you know that under the 2015 amendment to the Taxes and Levies Act, it's a breeze to register your business with the Edo State Government? 🏢 All you need to do is to visit the Ministry of Business Trade and Co-operatives. 🤝

And here's the best part: your registration just needs a yearly touch-up to stay current! 🔄 So, why wait? Take this opportunity to keep your business shining brightly in the eyes of the Edo State Government. For more information on Business Premises Registration and Renewal, visit the Business Premises Unit, Ministry of Business Trade and Cooperatives. Block C 7th Floor Secretariat Building Sapele Road Benin City Edo State. www.mitc.edostat.gov.ng

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Alaghodaro Food Fair 2023 WhatsApp Group Invite

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Calling All MSMEs! Showcase Your Business at the Edo State Alaghodaro Food Fair for *FREE*
📆 Date: November 11th, 2023
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Are you a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise (MSME) looking for an opportunity to promote your business and products? Look no further!
Join us at the Alaghodaro Food Fair, where vendors are invited to set up shop for free and gain exposure to a diverse audience. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to showcase your offerings.
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ALAGHODARO FOOD FAIR VENDOR FORM Calling All MSMEs! Showcase Your Business at the Edo State Alaghodaro Food Fair 📆 Date: November 11th, 2023 🏞️ Venue: Garrick Memorial Ground, opposite Ekenwan Campus, UNIBEN Are you a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise (MSME) looking for an opportunity to promote your business and products?...