The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled a 24-member Transition Committee to collaborate with the outgoing administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki in Edo State.
This announcement was made in a letter dated October 14, 2024, signed by Emperor Jarrett Tenebe, the APC Chairman of Edo State, and addressed to Governor Obaseki.
In the letter, a copy of which was obtained by Uptown Press, Tenebe acknowledged the receipt of Governor Obaseki’s request for the Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and the APC to form a transition team.
The letter emphasised the party’s commitment to ensuring a smooth and effective handover process, stating:
“We look forward to a smooth and effective collaboration with our 24-member Committee, headed by Chief Pius Odubu as Chairman, for meaningful discussions that will lead to a seamless transition process.”
The committee is expected to work closely with Obaseki’s administration in facilitating the handover to the incoming government.
Among the notable members of the committee are prominent political figures, academics, and professionals, including Dr. Pius Odubu, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, and Prof. Oyaziwo Aluede.
The following individuals have been named to the committee:
1. Dr. Pius Odubu (Chairman)
2. Dr. Pharm. Matthew Urhoghide
3. Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu
4. Barrister Andrew Adaze Enwanta
5. Dr. Washington Osifo
6. Nosa Adams
7. Omosede Igbinedion
8. Paul Ohonbamu
9. Edo Omorogieva
10. Ernest Afolabi Umakhihe
11. Taiwo Akerele
12. Godwin Eshieshie
13. Yakson Musa
14. Kazeem Afegbua
15. Ohio Omo Ezomo
16. Gani Audu
17. Dr. Aminu Imafidon
18. Prof. Oyaziwo Aluede
19. Prof. Mrs. Eunice Omonzejie
20. Matthew Egbadon
21. Dr. Tony Ikpasaja
22. Felix Akhabue
23. Kingsley Ehigiamusor
24. Dr. Frank Omoh
As the state prepares for the official transition, all eyes are on the collaboration between the outgoing and incoming administrations to ensure a seamless handover of power.
