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By DADA AYOKHAI
The Edo State Government has launched the Edo North office of the Edo State Geographic Information Service (EDOGIS) in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area.
The office which is located located at the Etsako West Council Secretariat will provide Certificate of Occupancy services to residents of Edo North, bringing government services closer to the people.
The Edo State Geographic Information Service (EDOGIS) officially launched its Edo North office on Thursday, August 7, 2025, in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area, with a Stakeholders’ Engagement ceremony.
Stakeholders, including traditional rulers, government officials, politicians, students, council staff, and artisans, have praised the state government for this initiative.
The Managing Director of EDOGIS, Dr. Tony Ikpasaja, warmly welcomed dignitaries and explained that decentralizing EDOGIS offices aligns with Governor Monday Okpebholo’s vision of bringing government services, especially Certificate of Occupancy (CofO) services, closer to the people at the grassroots level.
Dr. Ikpasaja whose address was delivered by the Project Manager of the Agency, assured the Stakeholders of adequate, timely and prompt service delivery, provided they complied fully with the necessary requirements.
The EDOGIS office in Auchi is fully equipped with competent staff, technology, equipment, and logistics to facilitate the processing of Certificates of Occupancy and other land-related services.
Traditional rulers and stakeholders commended the state government for this initiative and raised some concerns about the procedures involved in getting a Certificate of Occupancy, which were addressed by EDOGIS officials.
A combined team of top EDOGIS Officers including the Project Manager; the Director of Media, Dr Tunde Eigbiremolen; Land Administration Officer and Head, Vetting Unit, Madam Patience Okundaye and Principal Estate Officer, ESV. Emmanuel Oziegbe offered insightful perspectives on the mandate and services of EDOGIS which resulted in a very robust and intense discourse during the Interactive session
EDOGIS is the State Government agency saddled with the responsibility and mandate to administer all Land resources in the State and also grant titles to such Land assets.
The Agency also acquires land on behalf of government for overriding public interest and collect all Land-based taxes for the government
The event included an interactive session, a group photograph, and a rally/road show to sensitize residents about the presence of EDOGIS in Edo North and the services rendered by the agency.
