Gov Okpebholo Reverses Key Policies Of Obaseki
Few weeks after assuming office, Gov Monday Okpebholo has reversed some key policies/decisions of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, said the reversals are the below;
- Abolishing the new traditional councils created by his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, in Edo South senatorial district. The decision aims to restore the original traditional council structure in the region.
- Reinstating the statutory financial entitlements of the Benin Traditional Council (BTC).
- Compliance with the Federal Government’s directive by restoring the full statutory rights of the Oba of Benin on the ownership of ancient artefacts looted by the British colonial forces during the 1897 Benin massacre.
- Withdrawal the letter revoking the concession of the Oba Akenzua II Cultural Centre issued by the last administration.
The statement added that the decisions were in line with the governor’s move to further right the wrongs of the immediate-past administration and foster cordial relations between the government and the people.
