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The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki , Edo cabinet,

By Jethro Ibileke

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki on Friday dissolved his cabinet, five days to the end of his eight years in office.

His government will give way to Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Tuesday, 12 November.

Obaseki dissolved the Exco, shortly after a valedictory session held at the Government House, Benin City.

The EXCO session was marked by heartfelt speeches, standing ovations, and commendations from council members, all reflecting on the government’s achievements and journey of public service over the last eight years, which has translated to improve livelihoods for the people, placing the State on the path of economic prosperity and progress.

The Deputy Governor, Godwins Omobayo, moved the motion for the dissolution of the State Executive Council for 2020-2024 which was seconded by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Osilama Okuofu.

At the valedictory session, the Governor commended members of the State Executive Council for helping him in driving his government’s vision of making the great again, delivering on all promises he made to the people.

He also commended the people of the State for supporting, praying and collaborating with his administration, which he said led to the successes and achievements recorded by his government across various sectors of the State over the last eight years.

The executives and members of the cabinet, who took turns to eulogise the Governor, acknowledged his many achievements in education, economy, agriculture, power, and infrastructure, among others.

They also commended the Governor for the opportunity given to them to serve the people of the State in their various capacities.

They also expressed satisfaction with the impacts of the government’s reforms and projects over the last eight years, improving the lives of Edo people and bringing growth and development to the people of the State as the State has become a model for other States across the nation.

The outgoing Commissioners and Heads of Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDAs) also took turns to present awards and gifts to honour the Governor for his sterling leadership in the last few years.

The valedictory session for the outgoing state executive council climaxed with a dinner in honour of the Obaseki.