Mohammed Shosanya
Monday Okpebholo,Governor of Edo State has directed the immediate reinstatement of all Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, staff who were dismissed in March 2023 by the Godwin Obaseki’s administration.
The directive was conveyed in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Musa Ikhilor, who confirmed that the affected employees, primarily members of the Academic Staff Union of the University (ASUU), were terminated by the now-defunct Special Intervention Team (SIT) under former Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration.
The lecturers were dismissed due to their protests over unpaid salaries and outstanding entitlements.
The statement further underscored the governor’s adherence to the rule of law, noting that the reinstatement reflects his dedication to fair governance.