This decision was disclosed in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Fred Itua.
According to Itua, the governor has directed all affected appointees to hand over government properties in their possession to the most senior public officer in their respective ministries, departments, and agencies.
The statement read, “It is hereby announced for the information of the general public that the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the dissolution of the executives of all boards, agencies, and parastatals in the Edo State Public Service, with immediate effect.
“In addition, all permanent secretaries appointed from outside the state public/civil service and all political appointees are hereby relieved of their appointments.
“Accordingly, all affected appointees are to hand over all government properties in their possession to the most senior public officer in their respective ministries, departments, and agencies.”
Senator Monday Okpebholo and Hon. Dennis Idahosa were sworn in on Tuesday as Executive and Deputy Governor, respectively.
The Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, administered the oath of allegiance and oath of office to Okpebholo at 12:54 p.m. at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City.
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