The Edo State government, led by Governor Godwin Obaseki, on Monday wrote to Senator Okpeboro, asking him to begin the formation of a transition team that will work with the transition team of the outgoing administration.
In a letter dated October 10, 2024, the Secretary to the State Government, Joseph Eboigu, said the establishment of the team will allow both sides to begin meaningful discussions and share critical information that will ensure seamless transfer of responsibilities and continuity of governance. He said it would be possible.
In July 2024, Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki inaugurated a 20-member Transition Committee, chaired by Joseph Ebowabu, to ensure a smooth transition of power and knowledge to the next administration. Please remember.
The letter reads: As we prepare for the transition, we believe it is important to establish a smooth and effective working relationship between your team and the current administration. ”
Eboigbe said: “To expedite this process, we call on you and your political party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), to begin assembling a transition team as soon as convenient for you. Masu.”
“Establishing this team will enable us to begin meaningful discussions and share critical information to ensure a seamless transfer of responsibility and continuity of governance.”
The Chief Secretary to the State Government said: “We are committed to providing the necessary support and resources to make this transition as effective and efficient as possible.As a result, we are committed to providing the necessary support and resources to make this transition as effective and efficient as possible. will be proposed on October 14, 2024.”
“We look forward to your quick response and to working closely with you and your team in the coming weeks. Together, we will deliver a successful administration that meets the expectations of our constituents.” “Thank you for your attention,” he added.
A letter from the Edo State government to Senator Monday Okpebolo received by the Executive Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Edo State Chapter Secretariat, Joy Oyele, is yet to be responded to.
Recall that the Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that All Progressives Congress Senator Monday Okpebolo has won the Edo State governorship election.
Mr Okpebolo received 291,667 votes, beating Asue Ighodalo of the PDP who got 247,274 votes and Olumide Akpata of the Labor Party who came third with 22,763 votes.
Out of the 18 local government areas in the state, APC won 10 areas while PDP secured eight.
