- Edo Governor Orders Appointees Seeking Office To Resign
- Directive aligns with Electoral Act Amendment 2026.
- Non compliance may lead to disqualification.
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has directed all public servants, political appointees and government functionaries intending to contest elective positions in the next electoral cycle to resign on or before March 1, 2026.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the directive was contained in a Government Special Announcement dated February 28, 2026. The administration said the order was issued in strict compliance with the Electoral Act Amendment 2026.
In the statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, the government warned that any official planning to participate in party primaries or any electoral process must vacate his or her position within the stipulated timeline.
It cautioned that failure to comply could expose affected aspirants to possible disqualification by relevant electoral authorities.
“This directive is issued in strict compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act (Amendment) 2026, and is aimed at ensuring that all aspiring candidates do not run the risk of disqualification by the relevant electoral authorities,” the statement read.
The government explained that the measure is designed to promote fairness, transparency and a level playing field for all aspirants. It stressed that the neutrality and integrity of public institutions must be protected and that governance responsibilities should not be compromised by partisan political activities.
“Government emphasizes that this requirement is intended to promote fairness, transparency, and a level playing field for all aspirants, while also safeguarding the integrity and neutrality of public institutions,” it added.
Governor Okpebholo also directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies to give the announcement wide circulation to ensure full compliance.
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