Edo Governor Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum for LG Financial Reports

Edo Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo orders LG chairmen to submit financial reports within 48 hours to ensure transparency and accountability.

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has directed the 18 local government chairmen to submit their financial statements from September 2023 to the present. This directive, issued on Tuesday, December 3, must be complied with within 48 hours. The financial statements are to be submitted to the Assets Verification Committee through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), as announced by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor.

During a meeting with the council chairmen, Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa, representing Governor Okpebholo, reaffirmed the administration's commitment to transparency and accountability. This move is seen as part of the governor's efforts to promote good governance and ensure that local government chairmen are accountable for their financial dealings.

Governor Okpebholo has been taking steps to ensure transparency in the state's financial management. Recently, he unveiled a 14-man State Assets Verification Committee to probe the administration of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki. This committee is tasked with verifying the assets and liabilities of the state government during Obaseki's administration.

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has directed local government council chairmen to submit their financial statements within 48 hours. This directive aims to facilitate a thorough verification of assets across the state. Okpebholo emphasized the importance of this exercise, stating, “I have listened keenly to the ALGON Chairman. I am a leader of all, and we are one family.”

He urged the chairmen to comply swiftly, supporting the committee's efforts to ensure transparency and accountability. The governor reiterated his commitment to a collaborative approach to governance, highlighting the shared goal of advancing Edo State's development. By working together, Okpebholo aims to promote good governance and effective management of the state's resources.

This move aims to promote transparency and accountability in the state's financial management.