Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has inaugurated four new boards and agencies, charging members to uphold integrity, transparency and dedication in the discharge of their duties.
During the ceremony held at Government House, Benin City, the governor said the appointments were a call to serve both the people and God.
He listed the inaugurated bodies as the Edo State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Consumer Protection Committee and the Edo State Rural Access Roads Agency, RARA.
Governor Okpebholo urged the appointees to work in unity and ensure their decisions bring tangible benefits to Edo people.
“This is not merely a responsibility to the people; it is also a responsibility before God. I urge you to place the interests of the people above personal considerations,” he said.
Representatives of the various boards also addressed the gathering.
Speaking for the Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Chairman Very Rev. Fr. Alfred Agbonlahor thanked the governor and pledged to promote the welfare of Christian pilgrims.
Chairman of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Mallam Musa Muhammad Uduimoh, assured of efficient and transparent service delivery to intending pilgrims.
Also,Chairman of the Consumer Protection Committee, Mr. Iyamu Osaro Destiny, promised to protect consumers and ensure fairness in trade across the state.
Engr. Momodu Oghenakhoghie Goodluck was likewise inaugurated as Director-General of Edo State Rural Access Roads Agency.
The event had in attendance the Deputy Governor of Edo State Rt. Hon Dennis Idahosa; Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor; Chief of Staff, Hon Yakubu Musa; members of the State Executive Council, and other dignitaries.