Edo guber: Obaseki’s SSG resigns, to contest as Ighodalo’s running mate

Osarodion Ogie, secretary to the Edo state government, has stepped down from his position.

Ogie has been picked as Asue Ighodalo’s running mate ahead of the governorship election billed for September 21.

Ighodalo is the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo state.

Ogie said his resignation, effective August 9, complied with the electoral law’s requirement for political appointees to vacate their positions at least a month before contesting an election.

In a statement on Monday, Crusoe Osagie, special adviser to Obaseki on media projects, said the governor has appointed Joseph Eboigbe as the new secretary to the state government.

“The governor has also approved the appointment of Mr. Joseph Eboigbe as the new Secretary to the State Government,” the statement reads.

“The appointment takes immediate effect.

“Eboigbe served as former Special Adviser to the Governor on Budget and Economic Planning and later as Commissioner for Finance.

“He takes over as Secretary to the State Government to now run the final lap and continue the Governor’s Finishing Strong agenda.

“Eboigbe, a chartered accountant, had a 15-year stint at Deloitte before venturing into public service. He holds an Msc in Leadership and Strategy from the London Business School.

“The governor thanks 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.

“Governor Obaseki wishes Ogie the best in his aspirations and trusts that he will bring his wealth of experience to bear in pursuing his quest to serve Edo people.”