The Edo State Local Government Service Commission has directed all Heads of Local Government Administration across the state’s 18 local government councils to proceed on a compulsory 30-day leave.
Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Kabiru Adjoto, announced the directive on Wednesday while addressing journalists on the outcome of the commission’s recent assessment tour of the councils.
Adjoto explained that the affected officials have been instructed to hand over to the Directors of Administrative and General Services in their respective councils pending further directives.
He said the decision was necessary to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in local government operations across the state.
“The Local Government Service Commission has reviewed the existing administrative framework across the 18 local government councils. Consequently, the commission hereby directs all Heads of Local Government Administration across the 18 local government councils to proceed on compulsory leave with effect from today (Wednesday),” Adjoto announced.
“The measure has become very necessary to allow for a thorough assessment for improved administrative operation at the local government level. It will ensure a fair and objective review of posting, staff deployment, and record management practices. It will encourage transparency and restore confidence in the local government system.”
He added that the directive would also create room for a fresh administrative perspective under the commission’s ongoing reform agenda.
“During the period of this compulsory leave, the Director of Administrative and General Services shall oversee the day-to-day administration of every local government. Pending further directive from this commission, all concerned officers are advised to hand over properly and comply with this directive without delay,” he said.
Adjoto stressed that the move aligns with the commission’s mandate to reposition the local government workforce and ensure that governance delivers real benefits to the grassroots.
He further revealed that during the ongoing digitalisation exercise, the commission discovered 382 shadow files and 132 retired files, which are currently under review.
Recall that Governor Monday Okpebholo had inaugurated Adjoto as Chairman of the Commission on August 16, where the former Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly pledged to reform local government administration and prioritise workers’ welfare for better service delivery.
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