The Edo Authorities has issued a one-week ultimatum to the previous deputy governor, Mr Godwin Omobayo, to right away return all authorities property and property nonetheless in his possession.
That is contained in an announcement by Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to Gov Monday Okpebholo of Edo on Tuesday in Benin.
The state authorities mentioned a number of official gadgets, together with autos, paperwork, and different state-owned property assigned to Mr Omobayo throughout his tenure, have been but to be surrendered to the suitable authorities, regardless of formal reminders.
It reiterated that every one property acquired or utilised in the midst of public service stay the property of the state and have to be duly returned upon cessation of workplace.
“The continued retention of such property by any particular person constitutes a transparent breach of public belief and illegal possession of state property.
“Accordingly, Mr Omobayo is hereby given a interval of seven days from the date of this launch to conform totally by returning all authorities property below his custody to the Workplace of the Secretary to the State Authorities.
“Failure to conform throughout the stipulated interval will compel the state authorities to direct the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, to impact his arrest and make sure the instant restoration of all State property nonetheless in his possession by lawful means,” it added.
The federal government mentioned that the Edo Authorities stays dedicated to accountability, due course of, and the safety of public property.
It mentioned no particular person, no matter former place or political affiliation, can be permitted to unlawfully acceptable or retain property belonging to the folks of Edo State.
“This administration, below the management of Governor Monday Okpebholo, will proceed to uphold the rules of transparency, self-discipline, and integrity in public service, guaranteeing that every one public officers are held to the very best requirements of accountability and probity,” he mentioned.
The federal government urged Omobayo to respect this directive and keep away from actions that might invite penalties or additional embarrassment. (NAN)
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