Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the deployment of two newly sworn-in commissioners and the redeployment of three other members of the State Executive Council.
The changes, according to a statement signed by the Secretary to the Edo State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, are aimed at strengthening governance, improving efficiency and enhancing service delivery across the state.
Under the new deployment, Mr. Iriabekhai Kayode Jeffery has been assigned to the Ministry of Mining, while Mr. Martin Anayochukwu Oli will oversee the newly created Ministry of Inter-Ethnic Relations.
The state government said the new ministry was established to promote inter-ethnic and inter-community harmony, strengthen peaceful coexistence and harness Edo’s diversity for the development and unity of the state.
The governor also approved the following redeployments:
– Mr. Ohimai Ehijimetor, formerly Commissioner for Communications, has been redeployed to the Ministry of Livestock Development.
– Prof. Omorodion Ikponmwosa, formerly Commissioner for Livestock Development, has been redeployed to the Ministry of Oil and Gas.
– Mr. Andrew Momodu, formerly Commissioner for Oil and Gas, has been redeployed to the Ministry of Communications.
The Edo State Government said all the deployments and redeployments take immediate effect.
The affected commissioners have been directed to ensure a seamless handover and assume their new responsibilities without delay.
According to the statement, Governor Okpebholo expects members of the State Executive Council to demonstrate renewed vigour, professionalism and commitment in their respective ministries as his administration pursues efficient, responsive and people-centred governance.
