The Edo State Government has announced the nomination of Mr. Iriabekhai Kayode Jeffery as a Commissioner-designate for the state.In a special government announcement issued on Tuesday, 19th May 2026, the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq., disclosed that Executive Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved the nomination.
According to the statement, Mr. Iriabekhai Kayode Jeffery is a dedicated and goal-oriented professional with qualifications in Accounting.
He is widely recognized for his strong commitment to organizational growth and excellence, consistently making positive contributions toward the achievement of corporate goals and delivering remarkable results in assigned responsibilities.
The nomination of Mr. Iriabekhai Kayode Jeffery will now be forwarded to the Edo State House of Assembly for consideration and confirmation.
The announcement did not specify which portfolio the Commissioner-designate is being considered for, nor did it provide a timeline for the Assembly’s screening and confirmation process.
The development comes as Governor Okpebholo continues to build his cabinet to drive the administration’s agenda across key sectors of the state economy.Further details on the Assembly’s hearing schedule are expected in the coming days.
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