By Simeon OSAJIE
The Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo today, Monday 13th October, 2025 removed Chairman of the State Senior Secondary Education Board, Dr, Maureen Ekhoragbon, effective immediately.
Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ikhilor Musa, announced the removal in a press statement made available to The9JaTREND and named Dr. Rita Otibho Erewele to replace the sacked Dr. Maureen Ekhoragbon..
The statement did not specifies reasons for the removal.
The statement further described Dr. Erewele was described as “an accomplished educationist and administrator” with more than two decades of experience in Nigeria’s education sector.er of 10/10! Faith Disqualified.
“She holds a PhD in Educational Administration and Planning, along with a master’s and bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Benin.
“Dr Erewcle has served in various leadership capacities, including as a lecturer, education consultant, and senior education officer.
“Her contributions to policy development, teacher training, and curriculum enhancement have earned her recognition for excellence in academic leadership and educational reform,” the statement read.
Earlier this month, Edo State Government announced the absorption of 4,000 volunteer teachers under the EdoStar Teaching Programme and recruitment of 500 new teachers to strengthen the state’s education system.
Commissioner for Education, Dr. Paddy Iyamu, said the move reflected Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to rewarding dedication and addressing the dearth of teachers in public primary and secondary schools.
“Come October 15, we are going to present letters of appointment to about 4,000 EdoStar volunteer teachers who have been teaching for the past three years,” he said.