In a significant move to boost healthcare education and development, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has signed into law a bill establishing the Edo State College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Technology. The institution is to be sited in Udomi, Esan Central Local Government Area.
The signing ceremony took place at the Governor’s office in Benin City, with key government officials and lawmakers present. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, confirmed the development, noting that the new law marks a major milestone in the state’s healthcare and educational advancement agenda.
Governor Okpebholo lauded the Edo State House of Assembly for its swift legislative action and expressed appreciation for the harmonious working relationship between the executive and legislative arms of government.
“Let me congratulate the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA) for this bill they recently passed and have now brought to my office for assent,” he said. “This bill is a dream come true for the Udomi community, which has long clamored for this developmental stride. It will not only open up the area but also create much-needed employment opportunities.”
He emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration between both arms of government, stressing that such unity is key to delivering democratic dividends to the people of Edo State.
The new law, titled Edo State College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Technology Law, Udomi, 2025, is expected to spur infrastructural growth and elevate the state’s standing in healthcare education nationwide.
Speaking during the signing, Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, praised the governor’s commitment to development.
He explained that the bill followed a request from the executive and was thoroughly reviewed before being passed.
“Assenting to this bill is a welcome development not just for the people of Udomi and Uwessan, but for Edo State in general. It will pave the way for rapid development and access to quality healthcare training,” Hon. Agbebaku stated.