Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has relieved Fred Itua of his duties as Chief Press Secretary, signalling the first major shake-up in his communication team.
The development was conveyed in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor, who noted that Itua would remain in service pending a fresh posting to be announced later.
The governor named Dr. Ebojele Akhere Patrick as the new CPS, marking a return to government service for the journalist and academic.
The statement described Dr. Ebojele as a renowned journalist, public administrator, researcher, and lecturer with an extensive and distinguished professional record in media practice, public affairs, and academia.
According to the statement, “The new appointment reflects commitment of the present administration to strengthen and deepen the communication channels between the Government and the people of Edo State, ensuring clarity, transparency, and effective dissemination of Government policies, programmes, and activities.”
It added that Dr. Ebojele built his career across respected media organisations, including Channels Television where he served as Edo/Delta correspondent, and at New Nigerian Newspaper, Champion Newspaper and Comet Newspapers.
“He will be taking over from Mr. Fred Itua, who will, upon handover, await a new reassignment to be communicated in due course.
“The Government expresses appreciation to Mr. Itua for his contributions and service.”