Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has sworn-in six new Commissioners, Chairman and members of Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC) on Monday.

Also, sworn-in were Chairmen of the State Universal Education Board (SUBEB), Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC), and State Secondary Education Board (SSEB).

While addressing them at the New Festival Hall, Government House in Benin City, governor Okpebholo charged them to help him drive development and progress in the state, adding that his administration is in a hurry to bring development to the state.

Harping on the unique qualities and capacity of the newly sworn-in executives, governor Okpebholo noted that they reflect the requisite commitment of his administration to bring good governance, efficient and effective service delivery and fulfill the promises made to the people of Edo State.

Governor Okpebholo said: “To the newly appointed executives, congratulations on your appointment. This appointment is not just an honor but a call to serve with dedication, integrity, and excellence.

“You have been chosen because of your skills and the trust we have in your ability to contribute meaningfully to the development of our state.

“I encourage you to work with a share sense of purpose, prioritize teamwork, and remain focused on improving the lives of our citizens. Together, we can make Edo State a model of growth and prosperity.”

The new chairman of SUBEB is Onomen Goodness Briggs. The new Commissioners whose portfolios will be announced later were Sir Lucky Eseigbe; Hon. Paul Nosayaba Ohonbamu; Dr. Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu; Hon. Dr. Washington Osa Osifo; Mr. Andrew Ijegbai; and Barr. Marie Olabisi ldaomi.

In the same vein, Jonathan Aifuobhokhan as Chairman, EDSIEC; Francis Osaretin Osabuohien as chairman, EDSOGPADEC; and Omozane Ebanehita Sonia as chairman, SSEB.

Meanwhile, speaking on behalf of the newly sworn-in executives, Hon. Ohobamu thanked the governor for finding them worthy of the appointment and assured him of their commitment and dedication to ensuring that Edo people enjoy good and practical governance in the state.

Present at the swearing in ceremony were the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa; Secretary to Edo State Government, Musa Ikhilor; Chief of Staff to Edo State Governor, Gani Audu; Edo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Samson Osagie.

Also, former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Phillip Shaibu; immediate-past State Chairman, All Progressive Congress (APC) Col. David Imuse (rtd); Party leaders, top government functionaries, amongst others