By Moses Okorie
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has dissolved his cabinet, saying since he became governor in 2016, he never sacked any commissioner; instead they resigned on their own accord.
Obaseki made this assertion at the valedictory session in honour of members of the state executive council, which was held at the Government House, Benin City, the state capital, on Wednesday, November 11.
At the occasion, Obaseki announced dissolution of his cabinet ahead of inauguration for his second term in office. He expressed appreciation to the outgoing council members for their selfless service to the state.
Obaseki said: “Since I became governor, I didn’t sack any commissioner, but rather they sacked me by resigning from my cabinet. What is important in government is the core values of truth, justice and fairness.
“When elected to serve the people, let us truly serve the people, as we will give account to God. I can’t claim success alone, what I did was to create the opportunity for you to serve.
“You are all part of this administration and architects of the new design for the growth and development of the state.”
On his part, Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu commended the governor for his leadership style, adding that all former members of the cabinet learnt from his political ideology.
“You have shown that you are a good leader. I appeal to you to continue with the good works. God has put you as the governor to lead Edo to a greater height and we all will continue to support you.”