The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has approved the resignation of the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq.
Ogie resignation is in line with extant laws to pursue his ambition to run as the Deputy Governor of Edo State.
A statement by the Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Media Crusoe Osagie, on August 12, 2024, said the governor thanked Ogie for his commitment and loyalty to the vision of building a vibrant and prosperous State championed by his administration in the last seven years.
According to the statement, Governor Obaseki wishes Ogie the best in his aspirations and expressed trust that he will bring his wealth of experience to bear in pursuing his quest to serve Edo people.
Meanwhile, The governor has also approved the appointment of Mr. Joseph Eboigbe as the new Secretary to the State Government.
The appointment takes immediate effect.
Before his appointment, Eboigbe served as former Special Adviser to the Governor on Budget and Economic
Planning and later as Commissioner for Finance.
Therefore, he takes over as Secretary to the State Government to now run the final lap and continue the Governor’s Finishing Strong agenda.
As a chartered accountant, Eboigbe, had a 15-year stint at Deloitte before venturing into public service.
He also holds an Msc in Leadership and Strategy from the London Business School.
Below is the full statement.
