The Edo State governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, announced yesterday the immediate dissolution of all boards and political appointments, agencies, and parastatals in the state.
The dissolution by the governor which was contained in a statement by the chief press secretary (CPS), Hon Fred Itua. The affected appointees were directed to hand over all government properties in their possession to the most senior public servants.
The statement reads, “It is hereby announced for the information of the General Public that the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved the dissolution of Executives of all Boards, Agencies and Parastatals in Edo State Public Service with immediate effect.
“In addition, all Permanent Secretaries appointed from outside the State Public/Civil Service and all Political Appointees are hereby relieved of their appointments.
“Accordingly, all affected appointees are to hand over all Government properties in their possession to the most senior Public Officer in their respective Ministries, Departments and Agencies.”
