Former Edo Deputy Governor Gets One-Week Ultimatum To Return Govt Property

Former deputy governor of Edo State, Mr Godwin Omobayo has been given one-week ultimatum to return government property in his possession.

Team@orientactualmags.com learned that this was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by Governor Monday Okpebholo’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr Fred Itua.

The statement added that Omobayo who became the Deputy Governor of the state on April 8, 2024, should return all the assets he acquired or used in the course of public service because such properties belong to the state government and must be returned upon leaving office.

‘The government has observed with dismay that several official items, including vehicles, documents, and other state-owned assets assigned to Mr Omobayo during his brief and illegitimate tenure, are yet to be surrendered to the appropriate authorities, despite multiple formal reminders.

The continued retention of government property constitutes a clear breach of public trust and unlawful possession of state assets.

The Edo State Government reiterates that all assets acquired or utilized in the course of public service remain the property of the state and must be duly returned upon cessation of office.

 The continued retention of such a property by any individual constitutes a clear breach of public trust and an unlawful possession of state assets.

Accordingly, Mr Omobayo is hereby given a period of seven days from the date of this press release to comply fully by returning all government property under his custody to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government’ the statement said.

Itua added that failure to comply within the stipulated period would compel the government to direct the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, to effect Omobayo’s arrest and ensure the immediate recovery of all assets still in his possession through lawful means.

‘The Edo State Government remains committed to accountability, due process, and the protection of public property.

No individual, regardless of former position or political affiliation, will be permitted to unlawfully appropriate or retain assets belonging to the people of Edo State.

This administration, under Senator Monday Okpebholo’s leadership, will continue to uphold the principles of transparency, discipline, and integrity in public service, ensuring that all public officers are held to the highest standards of responsibility and probity.

The government urges Omobayo to respect this directive and avoid actions that could invite consequences or further embarrassment’ the statement added-Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079,  08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you