Breaking: Governor Monday Okpebholo Approves New EDSOPADEC and EDSIEC Leadership

In a landmark announcement, the Edo State Government has released the names of newly nominated members for two critical state commissions—the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOPADEC) and the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC). This comes as part of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration’s strategic push for governance reform and institutional strengthening.

The announcement, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, highlights the Governor’s resolve to reposition these commissions for efficiency and transparency.

New EDSOPADEC Leadership Announced

The newly approved members of EDSOPADEC are as follows:

1. Francis Osaretin Osabuohien – Chairman
2. Felix Osazee – Member
3. Linda Aliyu Omonzele – Member
4. Princess (Mrs.) Ikuoyemwen Ewuare-Aimiuwu – Member
5. Edosomwan Kelvin Iredia – Member
6. Stanley Odidi – Member
7. Tony Osazuwa – Member

This reconstitution is expected to enhance the commission’s ability to address developmental challenges in oil-producing areas of Edo State effectively.

EDSIEC Overhaul for Electoral Integrity

For EDSIEC, Governor Okpebholo has approved the following members:

1. Jonathan Aifuobhokhan – Chairman
2. Asein Ojo Victor – Member
3. Ighomo Egharevba Thomas – Member
4. Imafidon Hope Osarodion – Member
5. Dr. Suleman Ovuehor Ikhuoria – Member
6. Hon. Anthony Aikpoghome – Member
7. Umoru Habib Frank – Member
8. Aremiyau Aligamhe Momoh – Member

This move is anticipated to bring transparency and fairness to the state’s electoral processes, particularly with local government elections on the horizon.