Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has dissolved all public service commissions in the state, effective immediately. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor.
The dissolution affects several crucial bodies, including the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (ESIEC), the House of Assembly Service Commission, Civil Service Commission, and other important agencies such as the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission, the Edo State Forestry Commission, and the Edo State Audit Service Commission.
The SSG confirmed that the dissolution was part of a broader restructuring effort, with all chairmen and members of the affected commissions instructed to hand over any government property in their possession to the most senior public officer within their respective commissions. This move is expected to streamline the functioning of the state’s public service and ensure better accountability.
The timing of this dissolution has raised questions, particularly with ongoing political developments in the state. In related news, the National Assembly recently declared Governor Okpebholo’s and his deputy’s seats vacant, adding to the political tension in the region.
The Governor’s decision to dissolve these commissions is expected to have significant implications for the state’s administration, with many anticipating a reshuffle in the leadership of these bodies. Stakeholders and members of the public are closely monitoring the situation for further developments.
