The Edo State Government has officially reached out to Senator Monday Okpebholo, urging him to form his transition team as part of the process to ensure a smooth transfer of power.
The letter, dated October 10, 2024, was signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Joseph Eboigbe. In the communication, Eboigbe emphasized the importance of collaboration between the incoming and outgoing administrations, stating that establishing the transition team would enable both sides to engage in meaningful discussions and share key information. This would help guarantee a seamless transfer of responsibilities and governance continuity.
Eboigbe reminded that Governor Godwin Obaseki had, in July, inaugurated a 20-member transition committee to oversee the process, chaired by Eboigbe himself. The letter to Okpebholo reads: “To facilitate this process, we invite you and your party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, to initiate the formation of your transition team at your earliest convenience.”
The inaugural meeting of the two transition committees is scheduled for October 14. The letter was reportedly received by Mr. Joy Oyere, an admin secretary at the APC’s Edo State Chapter, but no formal response has been issued yet.
The Edo State Government reaffirmed its commitment to providing support and resources to ensure an efficient transition and a successful handover to the new administration.
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Credible News recalls that Senator Monday Okpebholo was declared winner in the governorship election held in Edo State on September 22.
The Returning Officer, Professor Faruk Adamu Kuta said results from 18 local governments showed that Okpebholo secured a total of 291,667 votes.
His closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party garnered 247,274votes.
Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party candidate finished third, scoring 22,763 votes.
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