Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has placed his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Osemwengie Isere, on suspension for allegedly raising funds without official approval in relation to a planned oil and gas summit.
The suspension was made known on Tuesday through a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor, in Benin City.
Ikhilor revealed that the state government had also cancelled the proposed summit, which was originally scheduled to commence on August 7.
“Due to the breach, the proposed summit is suspended, and Isere is directed to refund all monies collected from donors for the event.
“Prospective donors are hereby advised to stop all dealings with the suspended adviser,” Ikhilor said.
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