Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has named Hon. Gani Audu as his Chief of Staff, with the appointment taking immediate effect.
The announcement was made in an official statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Umar Ikhilor.
The statement emphasized the critical role Audu will play in advancing the governor’s agenda for meaningful reforms in the state.
“It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly the good people of Edo State, that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as his Chief of Staff. The appointment takes immediate effect,” the statement read.
Hon. Audu, born on August 18, 1969, brings a wealth of experience and academic qualifications to his new role. He holds an HND from Auchi Polytechnic (1994), a PGD in Business Administration from Benson Idahosa University (2011), and an M.Sc in Intelligence and Global Security from Baze University, Abuja (2024).
Audu’s political and administrative career includes serving as Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Council from 2004 to 2010 and representing Etsako West Constituency 1 in the Edo State House of Assembly from 2015 to 2023. He was also the deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the 2020 Edo State Governorship election.
Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, underscored the importance of the appointment, describing Audu as a dedicated public servant with extensive leadership experience.
Governor Okpebholo expressed confidence in Audu’s ability to contribute significantly to the state’s development.
