Oshiomhole sacks head of service, perm sec

Adams Oshiomhole

Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, has directed the State Head of Service, Mr. Jerry Obazele to proceed on compulsory retirement.

Also retired is the Permanent Secretary, Information and Communication Technology Agency, Mr Dan Aigbavboa.

The Director Software, Edo State Information and Communication Technology Agency, Mr. Toju Onaiwu has been suspended.

A statement signed on Tuesday by the governors’ spokesperson, Peter Okhiria, said: “All members of the Edo State Pensions Board are hereby directed to report to the State Civil Service Commission for proper investigation and disciplinary action in accordance with the Civil Service Rules. Members of the Pensions Board are advised to steer clear of their offices until investigations are concluded.”

Meanwhile, Oshiomhole has appointed Mrs. Gladys Idahor as the new Head of Service.