The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has dissolved his cabinet members ahead of the swearing-in of Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress, APC, as the new Governor of the State.
Naija News reports that Obaseki dissolved the cabinet on Friday, shortly after a valedictory session held at the Government House, Benin City.
The motion for the dissolution of the State Executive Council for 2020-2024 was moved by the Deputy Governor, Godwins Omobayo and was seconded by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Osilama Okuofu.
Obaseki’s action comes barely five days to the end of his eight years of two tenures as Governor of Edo state.
Speaking at the valedictory session, Governor Obaseki commended the State Executive Council members for helping him drive his government’s vision of making Edo great again, delivering on all promises made to the people.
He also commended the people of the State for supporting, praying and collaborating with his…