Benin City – The Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, claimed Senator Adams Oshiomhole, opposed the nomination of his son, Cyril, as Commissioner for Health-designate.
TimesNow.com.ng reported that Governor Monday Okpebholo appointed Oshiomhole’s son alongside two others to hit the ground running on his first day in office as the number one citizen in the state.
Idahosa said Governor Okpebholo appointed Cyril based on competence and not because of his father.
He stated this during an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, November 20.
Speaking further, he said Cyril is a seasoned medical doctor is fully qualified to serve in the cabinet.
He argued that being Oshiomholeâs son should not disqualify him from holding a position he is competent to manage
Meanwhile, TimesNow.com.ng reported that six new officials were appointed to various key roles within Governor Okpebholo’s administration.
The six new appointments will take effect immediately from Friday, November 15, 2024, in Edo state.
The Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor, said Okpebholo is committed to selecting experienced professionals to advance the stateâs development agenda
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
