Breaking: Governor Okpebholo Names Three New Commissioners In Bold Move

The names of the nominees were released in an official statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor.

The nominees include:

• Nosa Adams

• Yakubu Oshiorenua Musa

• Felix Akhabue

• Prof. Omorodion Ignatius Ikponmwosa

Profile Highlights of the Nominees:

Nosa Adams is a seasoned legal practitioner and member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). He previously served as State Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Chairman of Egor Local Government Council, Special Adviser to the Governor, and General Manager of the Edo State Rubber Estates. He currently serves as the Principal Partner at Nosa Adams & Co.

Yakubu Oshiorenua Musa is a former Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area and holds academic qualifications in Agriculture and Business Administration.

Felix Akhabue, also a former local government chairman (Esan West), served as commissioner under Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration. He is a chartered accountant, businessman, and political leader. He was also National President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), and holds degrees in Accounting and Business Administration.

Prof. Omorodion Ignatius Ikponmwosa is a highly respected academic with a background in Mechanical/Production Engineering. He holds a B.Eng., M.Eng., and PhD in related fields from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, University of Benin, and Ambrose Alli University, respectively. His expertise spans industrial production, automation, and academic leadership.

These appointments are seen as part of Governor Okpebholo’s effort to strengthen governance and inject new energy into his cabinet.