Edo Assembly approves Okpebholo’s request for 20 Special Advisers

By Jethro Ibileke

The Edo State House of Assembly has approved Governor Monday Okpebholo’s request to appoint 20 Special Advisers to enhance the effective administration of the state.

The approval followed a letter submitted by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, seeking the House’s consent for the appointments.

The motion for the approval was moved by the Majority Leader, Charity Aiguobarueghian, and seconded by the Minority Leader, Eric Okaka. Aiguobarueghian cited Section 196 (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which grants the Governor the authority to appoint Special Advisers.

The motion received unanimous support during a voice vote, clearing the way for Governor Okpebholo to proceed with the appointments.

In addition, the House received a letter from the Governor nominating Mr Emmanuel Okoebor as Commissioner for Finance designate, requesting the lawmakers to confirm his appointment.