Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo has approved the change of name of the Edo State University, Uzairue to Edo University, Iyamho.

This is contained in a statement on Monday in Benin, by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Umar Ikhilor.

According to Ikhilor, the change of name takes immediate effect.

The SSG noted that all documentation in respect of the Institution shall, henceforth, reflect the change.