12th August, 2024
By Jethro Ibileke
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo, has appointed Joseph Eboigbe, as Secretary to the State Government.
Eboigbe replaces Osarodion Ogie who resigned ahead of the 21 September governorship election in the state.
Ogie is the running mate to Asue Ighodalo, the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in the election.
His resignation is in line with the electoral law.
The Special Adviser to Governor Obaseki on Media Projects, Mr. Crusoe Osagie, who announced the appointment of Eboigbe in a statement on Monday, said appointment took immediate effect.
He added that the Governor accepted the resignation of Mr Ogie
The statement said: “The Governor thanks Ogie for his commitment and loyalty to the vision of building a vibrant and prosperous State championed by his administration in the last seven years.
“Governor Obaseki wishes Ogie the best in his aspirations and trusts that he will bring his wealth of experience to bear in pursuing his quest to serve Edo people.
“The Governor has also approved the appointment of Mr. Joseph Eboigbe as the new Secretary to the State Government.”
Eboigbe had previously served as Special Adviser to the Governor on Budget and Economic Planning and later as Commissioner for Finance.
He is a chartered accountant, with a 15-year stint at Deloitte before venturing into public service. He holds an Msc in Leadership and Strategy from the London Business School.
