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Posted By Admin On October 28th, 2025

Edo State Government has given a one-week deadline to former deputy governor, Godwin Omobayo, to return all government property and assets still in his possession.

The ultimatum was contained in a statement released by Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, on Tuesday.

Recall that Omobayo was sworn in on April 8, 2024, by Chief Judge Daniel Okungbowa after his nomination by former Governor Godwin Obaseki, who had a fallout with Phillip Shaibu.

DAILY POST reports that Shaibu had earlier been impeached by the state House of Assembly but was later reinstated.

According to the statement, all assets acquired or used by Omobayo in the course of public service remain state property and must be returned upon leaving office.

“The government has observed with dismay that several official items, including vehicles, documents, and other state-owned assets assigned to Mr Omobayo during his brief and illegitimate tenure, are yet to be surrendered to the appropriate authorities, despite multiple formal reminders.

“The continued retention of such property constitutes a clear breach of public trust and unlawful possession of state assets.

“The Edo State Government reiterates that all assets acquired or utilised in the course of public service remain the property of the State and must be duly returned upon cessation of office,” the statement read.

Itua noted that failure to comply within the stipulated period would compel the 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.

Source: https://dailypost.ng/2025/10/28/youve-one-week-to-return-state-assets-edo-govt-tells-ex-deputy-gov/