Edo: Committee On Assets Recovery Retrieves 30 Vehicles From Fmr. Govt. Officials

By Ayodele Oni

With the help of whistleblowers, the Edo State Vehicle Recovery Committee claims it has successfully retrieved 30 government-owned vehicles from officials of the previous administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki.

The committee was inaugurated few days ago by Governor Monday Okpebholo with the task of recovering government properties, especially vehicles, allegedly carted away by former political office holders.

In a statement on Thursday, Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Edo State, on behalf of the chairman of the committee, Kelly Okungbowa,  confirmed the recoveries, highlighting the committee’s dedication to reclaiming state assets.

According to Okungbowa, the latest recovery took place last Friday and included a Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses.

He disclosed that additional recoveries were made from the residences of former senior officials, including two Land Cruiser Jeeps and two Toyota Hilux vehicles, one of which contained campaign materials.

Okungbowa emphasized the committee’s readiness to extend its operations nationwide to locate and recover government vehicles.

“Our team has been working tirelessly, and with the support of whistleblowers, we have made significant progress.

“We appeal to the public for more information to assist our efforts. Whistleblowers have been instrumental to our success, and we are committed to rewarding those who provide helpful tips.”

With a two-week deadline set for the completion of their task, Okungbowa assured residents that more recoveries would be made in the coming days.