Edo State Community and Social Development Agency

EDO-CSDA Trains Ten Communities on Project Implementation

As part of ongoing efforts to improve implementation and sustainability of grassroots development projects across the State, the Edo State Community and Social Development Agency (EDO-CSDA) has organized a one-day capacity-building training for Community Project Management Committees (CPMCs) from ten communities.

The one-day training held at the Agency’s office in Benin City brought together representatives from Jagbe, Akugbe, Oguola Dawson, Ehor, Irighon, Owuo, Emuhi, Uwene Illeh 1, Unuwazi, and Ohe communities.

Speaking during the training, the general manager of the Agency Ms. Ivie Idahosa, applauded the participants for their commitment to community-led development. She also acknowledged the unwavering support of the Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, in promoting grassroots inclusion.

“Initiatives like this only succeed when the people involved are properly equipped,” she said. “That’s why we are here,to give you the tools, knowledge, and clarity you need to manage your projects successfully. With Governor Okpebholo’s continued support, our goal is to ensure that every community project is impactful, accountable, and sustainable.”

Also speaking, the Operations Manager, Barr. Imoudu Longe, delivered a detailed session on the Community Development Plan (CDP) cycle and shared practical steps for ensuring project maintenance and sustainability. The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, Mr. Femi Ekhabafe, took participants through strategies for tracking progress, impact measurement, and fostering transparency.

Participants also attended specialized sessions covering environmental and social safeguards, grievance mechanisms, gender inclusion, procurement, and financial management, delivered by Agency Project Officers.

The highlight of the training was an interactive workshop session where CPMC members shared implementation challenges and received feedback on how to improve project outcomes within their communities.