Edo State Government Suspends Consultancy Services

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the immediate suspension of all consultancy services and related providers in the State’s public service.

The suspension was contained in a notice on Monday issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, through the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua.

It reads, “All financial transactions and related services with affected consultants and service providers are to be put on hold immediately, pending a review the Review Committee, established by the Governor, submits its report.

“All Accounting Officers, Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies are expected to take note and comply strictly with this directive.”