Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, on Saturday, denied allegations that All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor-Elect Senator Monday Okpebholo’s nominees threatened to abandon the transition committee unless paid sitting allowances.
“We wish to clarify recent reports suggesting that the Edo State Transition Committee members nominated by APC and Governor-Elect, Senator Okpebholo, requested sitting allowances from the state government and threatened to boycott meetings if such allowances were not paid. These assertions are completely unfounded and do not reflect the reality of the situation,” Nehikhare noted in a press release.
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Nehikhare also emphasized the committee’s collaborative spirit, saying, “The committee held a cordial and very successful meeting at its inauguration. During this meeting, we collaboratively set out the agenda and methodology for our committee’s work. The atmosphere was constructive, and there was a mutual understanding that our collective efforts were dedicated to serving the best interests of the people of Edo.”
He reaffirmed the committee’s commitment: “We remain committed to our responsibilities and will continue to work together for the betterment of our community, with a focus on transparency and collaboration.”
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