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Gov.Okpebholo approves immediate dissolution of Edo LG service commission

POSTED ON November 26, 2024 •   Politics      BY Benedicta Bassey
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo. Photo: @EdoCommunity_/ X

EDO STATE, Nigeria— As part of reforms to enhance transparency and efficiency in the public service, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the immediate dissolution of the Local Government Service Commission.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, the governor said the decision was in alignment with the efforts of the government to streamline operations and improve the performance of public sector institutions in the state.

Okpebholo assured the public that the dissolution would not disrupt ongoing official activities.

He expressed his commitment to collaborating with stakeholders to restructure the commission for greater efficiency and effectiveness.

The statement read, “The decision to dissolve the state Local Government Service Commission became necessary to revitalise the institution and reposition it for more efficient service delivery,” the governor stated. “This move aims to eliminate inefficiency and establish a more accountable and effective local government service structure.”

Okpebholo while expressing his administration confidence and dedication to transparent and effective governance said the move was geared towards delivering the dividends of democracy to the people of Edo State.

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