Nigeria News

Edo: Okpebholo swears in new SSG, Attorney-General

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, swore in the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice on Wednesday, just 24 hours after taking office.

Barrister Musa Ikhilor was appointed as SSG, while Barrister Samson Osagie assumed the role of Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.

Okpebholo had announced the nominations of Ikhilor and Osagie on Tuesday, just two hours after his inauguration. Within a day, Osagie was screened and confirmed by the Edo State House of Assembly.

During the swearing-in ceremony, Okpebholo urged the new appointees to support him in realizing his vision for the state and prioritizing the welfare of the people.

“I was elected to work, and everyone must be prepared to work,” Okpebholo said. “I carefully selected these appointees based on their proven integrity. Work with them, and together we will achieve the best for Edo State.”

He added, “I promised during my campaign to work with the best, and these appointments reflect that commitment. The best is yet to come.”

Ikhilor, the new SSG, expressed his determination to help the Governor fulfill his campaign promises by driving positive change and development in the state. Similarly, Osagie, the new Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, pledged to ensure the protection of the rights of Edo people and support the Governor in achieving his agenda for the state.

Agbenu James

Recent Posts

Soaring rice prices threaten Christmas celebrations for Nigerian families

Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring…

4 hours ago

Panic as Stage collapses during Odumodublvck’s performance at Lagos concert

Panic erupted on Saturday at a concert in Lagos when the stage collapsed during Odumodublvck’s…

4 hours ago

2025 Budget: FG allocates ₦6.36bn for renovation of Tinubu, Shettima’s official quarters

The Federal Government of Nigeria has allocated ₦6,364,181,224 billion for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of…

4 hours ago

Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 22nd December 2024

The black market dollar to naira exchange rate for today, 22nd December 2024, can be…

4 hours ago

NNPC debunks shutdown rumors, confirms fuel loading at Port Harcourt Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted claims that the 60,000 barrels per…

4 hours ago

‘We have to find a way’ – Guardiola laments after defeat to Aston Villa

Manchester City finds itself in unprecedented turmoil, with relegation-level form showing little sign of improvement.…

5 hours ago