Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has signed two significant bills into law, marking a new phase in the State’s Judiciary and oil sector governance.
The first bill, according to a statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, raised the retirement age for magistrates in the State from 60 to 65 years.
He said that the legislative move aimed to enhance the efficiency and experience of the judiciary by allowing seasoned magistrates to serve longer, thereby improving the administration of justice system in the state.
In another development, the governor has assented to a bill that increases the number of members of the State’s oil agency.
The expansion is expected to improve governance, representation, and operational efficiency within the agency, ensuring better management of the State’s oil resources and fostering economic growth.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening institutions that drive justice and economic development.
He emphasized that these legislative actions align with the State’s vision of enhancing judicial integrity and optimizing the benefits of its natural resources for the people of Edo State.
The newly-signed bills are expected to take immediate effect, with relevant stakeholders expressing optimism about their potential impacts on governance and service delivery in the State.
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