Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has suspended the Executive Secretary of the Edo Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr. Caulson Oahimire, over allegations of grave financial and official infractions.
The suspension was announced in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor.
The most senior staff of the agency will take over pending the outcome of an investigation by a special committee to be constituted by the government.
The move comes amid growing concerns over financial mismanagement in the agency.
The governor’s directive aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the management of the agency’s resources.
The investigation will determine the extent of any wrongdoing and recommend appropriate actions.