Benin City Wins $1m Bloomberg Innovation Prize — Edo Gov CPS

Benin City in Edo State has won a $1 million Bloomberg Mayor’s Challenge award in recognition of its innovative approach to addressing healthcare delivery challenges.

The announcement was made by the Chief Press Secretary to the Edo State Governor, who said the city was honoured for presenting creative solutions aimed at improving access to healthcare services for residents.

According to the statement, the Bloomberg initiative recognises cities around the world that develop bold and practical ideas to tackle pressing urban problems.

Benin City’s winning proposal focuses on improving healthcare delivery through innovative systems designed to strengthen medical services and reach more communities across the city.

The award is expected to support the implementation and expansion of the proposed solutions, helping authorities address gaps in healthcare access and service delivery.

Officials described the recognition as a major milestone for the state, noting that the initiative reflects Edo State’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and improve the wellbeing of its residents.