Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has declared that his administration will not rely on consultants to manage the affairs of the state.
Governor Okpebholo made this statement on Tuesday while presiding over the swearing-in ceremony of members of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service, Local Government Services Commission, Edo State Sports Commission and the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries.
The Governor pledged his administration's full support to the newly sworn officials to ensure that they discharge their duties efficiently and effectively.
He stressed his commitment to transform governance in the state and reiterated his campaign promise to improve the lives of Edo people.
According to the Governor, “Today we are here in search of a better society as we swear in the members of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service, the State Local Government Services Commission, the State Sports Commission and the Permanent Secretaries .
“It is clear that my administration is committed to making a meaningful difference in governance, as I promised during my campaign to the good people of Edo State. We are determined to face this challenge responsibly because things cannot continue as they are.
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“My administration is focused on raising the level of governance, infrastructure development and social services for our citizens. For the Edo State Internal Revenue Service, Local Government Services Commission and Sports Commission, we will provide you with all the necessary support for your success.
“To our new Permanent Secretaries, we will help you build a public service that embraces innovation. We will not allow consultants to carry out their tasks and will continue to offer our support.
“As you assume your new responsibilities, we will hold you accountable when and where necessary, particularly to make our programs and policies a reality.”
Responding, the Chairman of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service, Oladele Bankole-Balogun, expressed gratitude to the Governor for the confidence reposed in the newly sworn officials. He pledged his collaboration to ensure the success of the Okpebholo administration.
Other appointees include Damian Lawani as Chairman of the Local Government Services Commission, Amadin Desmond Enabulele as Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission and Dr Paul Ehienwerio who was sworn in as Permanent Secretary of the State Civil Service of Edo, among others.