Dare Babalola
Governor Monday Oklebholo of Edo State, on Tuesday suspended his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Osemwengie Isere, for alleged unauthorised fundraising.
Announcing the suspension, the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor, claimed Isere held the fundraising over an upcoming oil and gas summit in the state.
The summit, which was scheduled to begin on August 7 was also put on a home by the governor.
The SSG said, “Due to the breach, the proposed summit is suspended, and Isere is directed to refund all monies collected from donors for the event.
“Prospective donors are hereby advised to stop all dealings with the suspended adviser.”
