Okpebholo Sacks Itua, Appoints Ebojele Patrick CPS

By Reporter

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has disengaged Mr. Fred Itua as his Chief Press Secretary (CPS). No reason has been given for his sack.

Dr. Ebojele Akhere Patrick has been appointed as the new CPS. Before his appointment, Ebojele was a lecturer at Federal Polytechnic Auchi Edo State.

The statement signed by Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq, Secretary to the State Government
reads: “Edo State Government wishes to notify the general public that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Executive Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Dr. Ebojele Akhere Patrick, as the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Govermor.

“Dr. Ebojele Akhere Patrick is a renowned journalist, public administrator, researcher, and lecturer with an extensive and distinguished professional record in media practice, public affairs, and academia.

“Dr. Ebojele’s journalism career spans reputable Nigerian media houses where he served as Edo/Delta Correspondent for Channels Television, as well as correspondent roles New Nigerian Newspaper, Champion Newspaper, and Comet Newspapers.”

The statement added that, “Dr. Ebojele will be taking over from Mr. Fred Itua, who will, upon handover, await a new reassignment to be communicated in due course. The Government expresses appreciation to Mr. Itua for his contributions and service.”