Governor Okpebholo Appoints Six New Leaders to Strengthen Edo State’s Governance

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced six key appointments to drive strategic initiatives in education, security, waste management, and public infrastructure.
The appointments take effect on November 15, 2024, as shared by Umar Musa Ikhilor, Secretary to the State Government.
These were contained in a statement issued by Chief Press Secretary Fred Itua.

Below are the appointees and their new roles:

1. Dr. Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu – Executive Chairman, State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB): An Oxford alumnus with expertise in security and crisis management, Dr. Iyamu was previously CEO of Gabbem Integrated Services Ltd., and brings over 15 years in the banking, oil, and gas sectors.

2. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi – Managing Director, State Waste Management Board: An experienced leader with degrees in Human Resources and Strategic Leadership, Inegbenehi was formerly CEO of JEI Visions Iron Metals and Cleaning Services.

3. CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd.) – State Corps Commander, Edo State Security Corps Governance: A retired police officer with 35 years of service, including UN missions, CP Ibadin holds degrees in Philosophy and Law, and was called to the Bar in 2007.

4. Mr. Stainless M.I. Ijeghede – Managing Director, Edo State Traffic Management Agency (EDSTMA): A Mechanical Engineer and Shell Petroleum Development Company retiree, Ijeghede has extensive experience in Well Engineering and Safety.

5. Sir (Dr.) Lucky Eseigbe – Managing Director, Edo State Public Building and Maintenance Agency: A lawyer with LL.B. and LL.M. degrees from Ambrose Alli University, Eseigbe has served as a Legislative Aide and Adviser to National Assembly members since 2007.

6. Engr. Emmanuel Ehidiamen Okoebor – Commissioner of Finance-designate: With over 25 years in banking, Okoebor holds a Civil Engineering degree and an MBA, and is a COREN-certified engineer currently serving as a Regional Manager at UBA.

Itua stated that the appointments underscored Governor Okpebholo’s commitment to bolstering Edo State’s development and public service efficiency.