The Edo State House of Assembly has announced plans to investigate two high-profile projects initiated during the tenure of former Governor Godwin Obaseki.
The projects under scrutiny are the Radisson Blu Hotel development and the Edo Museum of West African Art (EMOWAA), both of which have drawn public interest due to their scale and strategic importance.
The directive came via a formal letter from the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), read aloud by the Clerk of the House, Alhaji Audu Omogbai, during Monday’s plenary session in Benin City.
The Speaker, Chief Blessing Agbebaku, disclosed that an ad-hoc committee would be constituted at the next sitting to carry out a comprehensive review of the projects, including contractor engagement and the state’s financial stake.
In a related legislative development, the Assembly received another communication from Governor Monday Okpebholo, also signed by SSG Musa Ikhilo, requesting the screening and confirmation of nominees for the Edo State Judicial Service Commission.
The Speaker referred the matter to the House Committee on Judiciary, instructing them to expedite their review and report back promptly.
Meanwhile, the Assembly progressed a key health sector reform by passing the second reading of a bill aimed at repealing the Edo State Private Health Facility (Prohibition) Law of 1984.
The proposed replacement, the Edo Healthcare Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA) Bill, seeks to modernize oversight and improve service delivery across private health institutions in the state.
During the session, lawmakers also extended warm birthday and coronation anniversary wishes to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, marking nine years since his ascension to the throne. The House acknowledged his contributions to cultural preservation and community leadership.
In a solemn moment, the Assembly observed a minute of silence in honor of the late Mr. Gbenga Agun, Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Command, who recently passed away. Members praised his dedication to public safety and service to the state.
These developments reflect the Assembly’s active role in governance, oversight, and legislative reform as Edo State continues to navigate its post-transition era under Governor Okpebholo’s leadership.