Edo State Government Shuffles Cabinet: Works Commissioner Redeployed

By Ojo Evans, De Parrot Media TV

The Edo State Government has announced a major reshuffle in the state cabinet, effective immediately. According to a statement released by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., the Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the redeployment of the Commissioner for Works, Hon. (Dr.) Felix Ehiguese Akhabue.

Hon. Akhabue has been moved from the Ministry of Works to the Ministry of Water Resources, a move seen as a strategic decision by the state government to strengthen the water resources sector. The Ministry of Works will now be overseen by the Permanent Secretary, pending the appointment of a new Commissioner.

The redeployment of Hon. Akhabue is part of the ongoing efforts by the state government to ensure effective governance and optimal utilization of human resources. The move is expected to bring about positive changes and improvements in the state's development agenda.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works has been instructed to take over the affairs of the Ministry with immediate effect. This directive is expected to ensure continuity and stability in the ministry as the state government searches for a new Commissioner.

The statement did not provide reasons for the redeployment, but insiders believe it is part of the government's efforts to revamp the water resources sector and address pressing issues in the state. The Ministry of Works is expected to continue its operations seamlessly under the leadership of the Permanent Secretary.

The Edo State Government assured the public of its commitment to transparency and accountability in governance, and this move is seen as a step in that direction. The statement was signed by Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., Secretary to the State Government, and issued in Benin City, the state capital.