Edo State Ministry of education launches EdoCert 2.0, a revolutionary digital platform


By Elvis Omoregie


In a landmark move to modernise education administration and enhance the academic experience for learners, the Edo State Ministry of Education has officially launched EdoCert 2.0, a cutting-edge digital platform for certificate and report card generation and verification.

EdoCert 2.0, a key component of the DiCert digital public infrastructure platform, is designed to streamline the issuance of academic certificates, significantly improving operational efficiency while reducing administrative costs. 

This innovative solution, supported by the Gates Foundation is set to redefine how students across Edo State access and authenticate their academic credentials. The initiative aligns with the five-point agenda of the Executive Governor of Edo state His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, which includes education at its core for the improvement of the quality of life. 

EdoCert 2.0 represents a major leap forward in the state's efforts to transform education management. By automating the certificate and classroom report card generation, the platform eliminates manual errors, enhances data accuracy, eradicates fraud, and ensures consistency across records. It also offers scalability and accessibility, enabling students to receive their certificates promptly, regardless of their location. 

Additionally, it improves record-keeping and data management, providing the Ministry of Education with comprehensive and easily retrievable records of issued certificates, which supports better decision-making and future planning.

During the launching of EdoCert 2.0, the Honorable Commissioner for Education, Dr Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu said, “EdoCert 2.0 is a demonstration of the new government’s commitment to leveraging technology and digital innovation to improve service delivery to the great people of Edo State. 

"With EdoCert, we are not only making certificate issuance more efficient and secure but also empowering our students with a seamless, verifiable, and globally accessible credentialing system. This initiative eliminates delays, reduces fraud, and enhances the credibility of Edo State’s educational qualifications".

The Ministry of Education is glad to partner with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as a frontier state in the application of digital certificate verification process for our general examinations and report card generation. This is a great way to further reinforce Edo State leadership through a simple and easy-to-use platform that enhances the credibility of the learning delivery system in the state.” 

In his words, Dr Olubayo Adekanmbi, the CEO of Data Science Nigeria, the Bill and Melinda Gates implementing partner in the state, “We are excited about the possibilities of DiCert, a digital public good in how citizens can easily access basic services like academic credentialing. 

For Edo State and other states that will adopt this strategic social investment, DiCert will expedite access to education certificates, eliminating costs associated with delays and unverifiable credentials, such as lost academic opportunities and missed scholarships. It will also offer instant verification for educational institutions and employers while enhancing the credibility of the learning delivery system”.

Popular posts from this blog

NBM of Africa Raises Alarm Over Child Abductions, Calls for Urgent Action Against Insecurity

Image
By Elvis Omoregie, Benin  The leadership of the NBM of Africa Worldwide has expressed deep concern over the growing wave of child abductions and worsening insecurity across Nigeria, warning that the trend poses a serious threat to the nation's future and overall development. In a statement issued on Monday by its President, Dr. Charles Chimezie, the Pan-African organisation condemned the activities of bandits and kidnappers who abduct children and allegedly expose them to exploitation within criminal networks, describing the development as a direct attack on the country's collective future. The organisation's reaction comes amid increasing cases of kidnappings across various parts of the country, including the recent abduction of 45 teachers and students in Oyo State by suspected bandits, an incident that has sparked widespread outrage and renewed concerns about the safety of schools and vulnerable communities. According to Dr. Chimezie, every child taken away f...
Read more

Stop proposed Caretaker Committee inauguration, Edo assembly tells NLC president

Image
By  Elvis Omoregie, Benin  Edo State House of Assembly yesterday passed a resolution calling on the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero, to shelve the proposed leadership change of the present NLC Exco in Edo State.  The resolution which a motion raised by the Majority leader, Hon. Jonathan Ibhamawu following reports of a planned inauguration of a caretaker committee in the state. Presenting the motion Hon. Ibhamawu, said there is a harmonious labour force devoid of strife under the leadership of  Comrade Bernard Eguakhide and that the  action of Joe Ajaero can cause bridge of peace in Edo State.  He said the change of the present Exco should be done at the end of their tenure to guarantee a peaceful and harmonious working environment.   Other lawmakers supported the motion stating that the proposed leadership change of the present Exco in Edo State should be put on hold in the Interest of peace and harmony. In...
Read more

Ologbo Traditional Leadership: Chief Iyase Rejects Purported Installation of Olare-Aja

Image
By Elvis Omoregie  The Okao Nore-Guae overseeing Ologbo, Ehor and Okhuoromi communities in Edo State, Chief Emma Iyase, has warned against what he described as efforts to establish a parallel traditional authority in Ologbo, rejecting the reported installation of Pa Johnson Obubu Itoto as the Olare-Aja of the community. Speaking on the development, Chief Iyase said the installation, reportedly carried out on May 30, 2026, was unknown to Benin customs and traditions and constituted a violation of the recognized traditional authority structure of the Benin Kingdom. According to him, Ologbo remains an integral part of the Benin traditional institution, and matters concerning traditional leadership, chieftaincy titles and community governance must align with the customs, laws and established practices of the kingdom. “Any installation conducted outside the recognised traditional structures and procedures cannot enjoy legitimacy within the community,” he stated. Chief Iyase ...
Read more