By Odeobawul Iranwabo
Edo Suspends Oil Summit, Adviser Over Fundraising Breach
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has suspended his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Osemwengie Isere, over alleged unauthorised fundraising activities linked to a planned oil and gas summit.
The suspension was announced on Tuesday in Benin through a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor.
As part of the action, the governor also called off the summit, which was scheduled to begin on August 7.
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According to the statement, Isere is expected to refund all funds collected from donors, while all further engagements concerning the event have been cancelled.
“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 advised to stop all dealings with the suspended adviser,” the statement read.
The state government did not disclose how much had been raised or the number of individuals or organisations involved.
