Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has sworn in the new Chairman of the State Universal Education Board (SUBEB), and six commissioners.
Also sworn in were members of Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC), Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC), and State Secondary Education Board (SSEB).
Addressing the newly sworn in executives at the New Festival Hall, Government House, Okpebholo charged them to help him drive development and progress in the state, stressing that his administration was in a hurry to bring development.
Harping on the unique qualities and capacity of the newly sworn in executives, Okpebholo noted that they reflected 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.
“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 was Onomen Goodness Briggs, while the new Commissioners 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.
Portfolios for the new commissioners will be announced later.
Other board chairmen were Jonathan Aifuobhokhan as Chairman, EDSIEC; Francis Osaretin Osabuohien, chairman, EDSOGPADEC; and Omozane Ebanehita Sonia as chairman, SSEB.