Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has uplifted the suspension earlier placed on the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state, Dr. Samson Osagie, Esq.
According to a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, Esq, Osagie was found to be innocent of the alleged financial infractions leveled against him.
The development is coming exactly 37 days after the commissioner of justice was accused of indulging in financial infractions against the Edo State Government.
The letter marked SGA. 15/NOL.XV111/215 and dated March 12,2025 released around 8:15 pm, read: “Having considered the report of the Investigative Panel set up by Government to investigate allegations of financial infractions reported against you, which has exonerated you from the said allegations.
“I write to convey the directive of the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo that you resume duties as the State Hon.Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice with effect from 12th March, 2025.”
Reacting to the development, Osagie commended the governor for his frankness
“I appreciate his sincerity of purpose and vision for the state.
“This is a clear indication that His Excellency, Sen Monday Okpebholo, means well for the state
“I use this medium to reinstates my commitment and loyalty to him and his administration.
“I remain committed to joining him to ensure that Edo State recovered all lost ground and take the state to where it should be,” he assured
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