The Edo State House of Assembly has confirmed the nomination of Hon. Samson Raphael Osagie as the State’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice-designate.
However, the confirmation of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s nominee for Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, was postponed until the next plenary session on Monday.
The nominations were read out by the Clerk of the House, Audu Yahaya Omogbai, during the plenary on Wednesday, following their submission by the newly elected Governor Okpebholo.
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Governor Okpebholo had announced the appointments just hours after his inauguration as the 6th elected governor of Edo State.
In his remarks, Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Blessing Sheriff Agbebaku, highlighted Osagie’s extensive experience, noting his service in various capacities, including within both the State and National Assemblies.
Agbebaku emphasized that Osagie’s clearance was a privilege earned through his distinguished career as a former lawmaker.
Additionally, the State House of Assembly passed a motion urging the state government and security agencies to address the growing issues of kidnapping, cultism, and related killings in the state.
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