EDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT HEADS SENT ON COMPULSORY LEAVE
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By Aishat Momoh. O.
The Edo State Local Government Service Commission has ordered all Heads of Local Government Administration across the state’s 18 councils to proceed on a 30-day compulsory leave.
Chairman of the commission, Kabiru Adjoto, made the announcement on Wednesday while briefing journalists on the outcome of the commission’s visit to the councils.
Adjoto explained that the affected officials have been directed to hand over to the Directors of Administrative and General Services in their respective councils, who will oversee daily operations during the leave period.
“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,” Adjoto said.
He noted that the decision is part of the commission’s reform agenda aimed at ensuring transparency, improving administrative efficiency, and restoring public confidence in local governance.
The chairman added, “This measure has become 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.”
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During the compulsory leave, the Directors of Administrative and General Services will manage council affairs pending further directives.
Adjoto also revealed that during the ongoing digitalisation exercise, the commission uncovered 382 shadow files and 132 retired files.
The chairman, who was sworn in on August 16, pledged to reposition the local government workforce to deliver better governance and ensure the dividends of democracy reach the grassroots.
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