Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has removed Fred Itua as his Chief Press Secretary.

Itua, according to a statement by Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor, would wait for a new reassignment to be communicated in due course.

The statement announced Dr. Ebojele Akhere Patrick, as the new CPS to Governor Okpebholo.

It described Dr. Ebojele as a renowned journalist, public administrator, researcher, and lecturer with an extensive and distinguished professional record in media practice, public affairs, and academia.

According to the statement, “The new appointment reflects commitment of the present administration to strengthen and deepen the communication channels between the Government and the people of Edo State, ensuring clarity, transparency, and effective dissemination of Government policies, programmes, and activities.

“Dr. Ebojele’s journalism career spans reputable Nigerian media houses where he served as Edo/Delta Correspondent for Channels Television, as well as correspondent roles in New Nigerian Newspaper, Champion Newspaper, and Comet Newspapers.

“He will be taking over from Mr. Fred Itua, who will, upon handover, await a new reassignment to be communicated in due course. The Government expresses appreciation to Mr. Itua for his contributions and service.” (The Nation, but headline rejigged)