joshuaGov Okpebholo Swears In SSG, Commissioner In 24hrs
By Ikhili Ebalu, Benin City
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, on Wednesday, made history when he swore in the Secretary to State Government (SSG) and the State Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice, 24 hours after assuming office.
Barr. Musa Umar Ikhilor assumed office as SSG, while Barr. Samson Osagie stepped in as Attorney-General of the State and Commissioner For Justice.
Governor Okpebholo, had on Tuesday, barely two hours after his swearing-in, announced the nomination of Ikhilor and Osagie. In less than 24 hours, Osagie was screened and confirmed by Edo State House of Assembly.
Governor Okpebholo in his charge, told the new appointees to help him achieve his vision for the State and ensure that the people come first.
He said: “I was voted to work and everybody should be ready to work. I carefully selected these appointees. They’ve a proven integrity. Work with them so that we can do the best we should do.
“During my campaigns, I promised to work the best and that’s what we have done with these appointments. Our best is yet to come.”
New SSG, Ikhilor, said the team will help the Governor in fulfilling his campaign promises, by driving meaningful change and development in the State.
New Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice, Osagie, said in his new capacity, he will help the Governor achieve his agenda for the people. “I’ll ensure that the rights of Edo people are protected,” he said.
