Edo govt appoints new CPS

Edo Government has appointed Dr. Ebojele Patrick Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor, after relieving Fred Itua of his appointment.

The Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor, in a statement on Friday in Benin City, described Dr Ebojele as a renowned journalist, public administrator, researcher with an extensive and distinguished professional record in media practice, public affairs, and academia.

He said the new appointment reflected the administration’s commitment to strengthening and deepening communication channels between the government and the people of Edo.

He said that Ebojele journalism career span reputable Nigerian media houses, where he served as Edo/Delta Correspondent for Channels Television and held correspondent roles in New Nigerian Newspaper, Champion Newspaper, and Comet Newspapers.

The government expressed appreciation to Itua for his contributions and service.

According to Ikhilor, Itua will await a new reassignment, which will be communicated in due course. (NAN)