Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has lifted the suspension of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Samson Osagie, with immediate effect.
Newsmen recalls that Osagie was suspended in February alongside the Chairman of the State Local Government Commission, Damian Lawani, over alleged financial infractions.
Osagie’s reinstatement was confirmed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, dated March 12 and made public on Wednesday night.
The letter stated: “Having considered the report of the investigative panel set up by the government to examine financial infractions against you, which has exonerated you completely, I write to convey the directive of the Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, that you resume duties as Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice immediately.”
Reacting to his reinstatement, Osagie expressed gratitude to the governor, praising his leadership and commitment to the state’s progress.
“This clearly indicates that His Excellency, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, means well for Edo State,” Osagie stated.
He further reaffirmed his commitment to the administration, pledging to support the governor’s efforts in advancing the state’s development.
“I remain dedicated to supporting him in ensuring Edo recovers lost ground and achieves its rightful place among leading states in Nigeria,” he added.
