JUST-IN: Gov Okpebholo Recalls Suspended Attorney General Osagie

Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo on Wednesday evening reinstated the suspended Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Rt. Hon. Samson Osagie to his office.

A letter addressed to Osagie by the Secretary to State Government, Umar Ikhilor, Esq. with reference number SGA. 15/NOL.XV111/215 and dated March 12, 2025 read, “Having considered the report of the Investigative Panel set up by Government to investigate allegations of financial infractions reported against you, which has exonerated you from the said allegations, I write to convey the directive of the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo that you resume duties as the State Hon.Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice with effect from 12th March, 2025.”

Reacting to the development, Osagie commended the governor for his frankness, “I appreciate his sincerity of purpose and vision for the state, this is a clear indication that His Excellence, Sen. Monday Okpebholo means well for the state and I use this medium to reiterate my commitment and loyalty him and his administration.

“I remain committed to joining him to ensure that Edo State recovered all lost ground and take the stage to where it should be.”