Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced the formation of a high-powered committee to investigate the previous administration of Godwin Obaseki, particularly over its failure to inaugurate 14 elected lawmakers into the 7th Edo State House of Assembly.
The new governor revealed the move during his inaugural speech on Tuesday, shortly after taking office. Okpebholo emphasized that the delay in seating the lawmakers-elect had hindered the functioning of the assembly, which he vowed to address promptly to ensure the smooth operation of the state legislature.
In addition to this, Governor Okpebholo also directed the State Chief Judge to initiate an investigation into the former administration’s failure to inaugurate duly cleared judges by the National Judicial Council (NJC) last year.
He called for swift action, underscoring the importance of upholding judicial integrity and ensuring the prompt filling of judicial vacancies.
“The people of Edo State deserve transparent governance, and we will ensure that all necessary actions are taken to correct any wrongdoings,” Okpebholo said during the speech, signaling his administration’s commitment to accountability and reform.
The announcement has already sparked considerable interest and speculation, with political observers keenly awaiting the outcome of the probes.
Okpebholo’s government has pledged to prioritize good governance and judicial reforms as part of its broader efforts to improve the state’s political and legal systems.
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