The Edo State’s chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed disappointment over the sacking of non-career civil servants in the state by Governor Monday Okpebholo.
It would be recalled that the governor of the state had on Wednesday announced the dissolution of all Boards Executives, Agencies and Parastatals in the state with immediate effect.
He also announced the relief of all political appointees of their appointment, and he directed that all permanent secretaries appointed from outside the state public/civil service vacate their positions immediately.
Reacting to the development, the state PDP spokesman, Hon. Chris Nehikhare, said that the dismissed workers were left in uncertain conditions, plunging numerous families and dependents into a sudden state of disarray amid the current economic challenges in the country.
He described the move as callous, reckless and unjust, adding that the action of the governor is a troubling sign of what may lie ahead under the new administration in Edo
According to the PDP spokesman, the government’s harsh start is a direct assault on Edo workers and the people of the State.
He said: “This is totally condemnable and unacceptable. How can a governor begin to sack workers in the State barely 24 hours after he was sworn in?
“This callous and rash action of the governor is a direct assault on workers and the people of the State, and we condemn it in its entirety.
“It is reminiscent of the dark days of the military when, after they illegally take over power, they begin to sack and dismiss civil and public servants, using words such as “with immediate effect and automatic alacrity.”
“Could this just be the beginning of the harsh and inhumane policies and decisions we are to see under the new administration of Monday Okpebholo?
“Is this a sad tale sign of what the government portends for the people of Edo State? If this is how the governor begins his first day in office, what hope do we have for the months ahead?
“How can a governor kick off his administration by throwing families into hardship?” he queried.
“This is the height of wickedness and insensitivity and does not bode well for our state,” Nehikhare added.
Nehikhare pondered if the governor is desirous of bringing home to Edo State the suffering and hardship already inflicted on the country and its people by the APC government at the centre.
“It’s clear that this administration has no regard for the welfare of workers and ordinary citizens because how do you begin your tenure by throwing families into poverty?
“I think Okpebholo is only bringing home to Edo State the suffering and hardship already inflicted on the country and its people by the APC government at the centre. We should not be surprised but expect more of such harsh and insane actions to impoverish the people further,” Nehikhare added.
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