Obaseki Dissolves Edo State Cabinet Ahead of Okpebholo’s Inauguration Tuesday

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The outgoing Governor of Edo State, Me Godwin Obaseki has announced the dissolution of his cabinet days before the November 12 inauguration of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the new governor of the state.

The New Diplomat reports that Obaseki was sworn in as the governor of Edo State on November 12, 2016 and he is expected to end his eight years tenure on November 12, 2024.

During a valedictory session which held at the Government House on Friday in Benin City, Edo State, Obaseki announced the dissolution of his cabinet.

The motion for the dissolution of the State Executive Council for 2020-2024 was moved by his deputy, Godwins Omobayo, and was seconded by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Osilama Okuofu.

At the valedictory session, the governor appreciated members of the council for helping him to achieve several gaint strides in the state.

He said the council members were pivotal to his government’s vision of making Edo State great again. Obaseki also commended citizens of the state for supporting, praying and collaborating with his administration throughout his tenure.

Members of the cabinet took turns to eulogise the governor and acknowledged what they described as his many accomplishments in various sectors.

They also commended the governor for the opportunity given to them to serve the government and people of the state in their various capacities.

The outgoing commissioners and heads of ministries, departments and agencies also took turns to present awards and gifts in honour of the outgoing governor.

The valedictory session for the outgoing state executive council climaxed with a dinner in honour of the state governor.

The New Diplomat reports that Okpebholo, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) won the 2024 Edo Governorship election.

He defeated Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party(LP)to clinch the highest seat in Edo State.

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