The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State on Monday announced a 24-member transition committee that will work with a similar committee set up by the outgoing administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki to ensure a smooth transfer of power to the incoming administration of Governor-Elect Monday Okpebholo.
This is coming four days after the Edo State government wrote to Senator Okpebholo and the APC to initiate the formation of a transition team, saying “establishing this team will allow us to begin meaningful discussions and share vital information that will ensure a seamless transfer of responsibilities and continuity of governance”.
In a response letter dated October 14, 2024 and addressed to Governor Obaseki, the Edo State APC Chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, while acknowledging the receipt of the governor’s letter, announced a 24-member transition team chaired by a former deputy governor of the state, Chief Pius Odubu.
“We however look forward to a smooth and effective collaboration with our 24-member committee, headed by Chief Pius Odubu as Chairman, for meaningful discussions that will lead to a seamless transition process,” Tenebe said.
According to a list attached to the letter, members of the APC transition committee include Dr. Pharm. Matthew Urhoghide, Pastor Osagie Ize-lyamu, Barrister Andrew Adaze Enwanta, Dr. Washington Osifo, Nosa Adams, Omosede Igbinedion, Paul Ohonbamu, Edo Omorogieva, Ernest Afolabi Umakhihe, and Taiwo Akerele.
Others are Godwin Eshieshie, Yakson Musa, Kazeem Afegbua, Ohio Omo Ezomo, Gani Audu, Dr. Aminu Imafidon, Prof Oyaziwo Aluede, Prof. Mrs. Eunice Omonzejie, Matthew Egbadon, Dr.Tony Ikpasaja, Felix Akhabue, Kingsley Ehigiamusor, and Dr. Frank Omoh.
