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Rostrum The ancient narrow pathway had become so bad that they could not find their way to their destination as the three moved in a grey Honda Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) being piloted by Dayo who was very mindful of the steering. It was on a Thursday. The 35-year-old Misters Dayo, Emeka and Okon were old time friends who reunited just a few days ago at Nsukka in Enugu State having lost contacts about eight years back, or thereabouts, after their graduation from one of the reputable higher citadels of learning in Nigeria situated in the Eastern part of the country, precisely University of Nigeria Nsukka popularly known by its acronym ‘U.N.N’. What occasioned the long-awaited reunion was the convention of their alma-mater’s alumni body themed ‘The homecoming of UNN Alumni’, which usually held once in a blue moon. Though they never studied in the same department, they were conspicuously best of friends during their school days that people within bega...

Edo gives ex-Deputy Governor ultimatum to return State Assets

Frank Musa
The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has issued a one-week ultimatum to the former deputy governor of the state, Godwin Omobayo, to return every government asset in his possession.

Okpebholo gave the directive via a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on October 28, 2025.

The governor said several official items, including vehicles, documents, and other state-owned assets assigned to Omobayo during his tenure were yet to be returned to the appropriate authorities, despite formal reminders.

He reiterated that all assets acquired or utilized in the course of public service remain the property of Edo State and must be duly returned upon cessation of office.

The governor said, “The continued retention of such property by any individual constitutes a clear breach of public trust and unlawful possession of state assets.

“Accordingly, Mr Omobayo is hereby given a period of seven days from the date of this release to comply fully by returning all government property under his custody to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government.

“Failure to comply within the stipulated period will compel the state government to direct the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, to effect his arrest and ensure the immediate recovery of all State assets still in his possession through lawful means.”

Okpebholo urged Omobayo to respect the directive and avoid actions that could invite consequences or further embarrassment.