Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has suspended the recently announced free bus initiative intended for the state’s citizens.
The initiative, which was set to operate within the Benin metropolis and across the three senatorial districts via the Edo City Transport Service, was touted as part of the governor’s broader plans for the state.
However, less than 24 hours after the announcement, the decision was reversed in a statement issued by the governor’s aide, Fred Itua.
The statement partly read, “the governor is being briefed on issues surrounding the operation of the state-owned Edo City Transport Service, operators of the free bus services,” the statement reads.
“For now, the free bus services have been placed on hold. A new decision by the Governor will be communicated to the general public.”
Okpebholo had earlier this week approved the suspension of recruitment into the State’s Civil Service until further notice.
The governor has also ordered for a comprehensive review of all recruitment exercises carried out by the Godwin Obaseki-led administration between May-November 2024.
