Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reiterated his intention to investigate the administration of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki.
According to the DAILY POST, Obaseki served as governor of the state from 2016 until 2024 when his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was replaced by the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Governor Okpebholo, the current incumbent, announced his intention to establish a Commission of Inquiry to investigate Obaseki's records.
He announced this during a victory parade on Friday at Government House in Benin City, Edo State, while addressing party leaders, youths, market women, civil servants, and various professional bodies and groups.
I plan to review the financial records and examine how Obaseki managed Edo State over the past eight years. During his administration, a university in this state received N47 million, whereas he paid a consultant N51 million. This disparity was concerning. They intended to maintain these practices, but fortunately, we were able to prevent it with God's help.
"I have not dismissed anyone since taking office. Instead, I have continued to work with the civil servants who were already here when I arrived. The Head of Service from Obaseki's administration remains on my team, as do many Permanent Secretaries in the civil service," Okpebholo remarked.
He stated that officials who served in Obaseki's administration would also be questioned about their governance of the Edo people over the past eight years.
The governor specifically mentioned that Asue Ighodalo, the PDP candidate in the recent governorship election, along with his party, allocated funds both for campaigning and potential legal proceedings.
Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa, thrilled by the Supreme Court's decision, praised the governor for leading the party to victory in various court proceedings. He emphasized that it's now time to concentrate and work diligently for the people of Edo.
Comrade Philip Shaibu, an ex-deputy governor, expressed gratitude to God for Okpebholo's victory. He emphasized that it's now time to get to work and assured the people of Edo that they will be thankful for choosing Senator Monday Okpebholo as their governor.
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