**Announces Ikhilor Musa as her replacement
By Francesca Hangeior
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has announced the immediate removal of Dr Maureen Ekhoragbon as Chair of the State Senior Secondary Education Board. 
The Secretary to the State Government, Ikhilor Musa, announced the sack in a statement on Monday and named Dr Rita Otibho Erewele as Ekhoragbon’s replacement.
The statement however did not give reasons for the dismissal.
Erewele was described as “an accomplished educationist and administrator” with more than two decades of experience in Nigeria’s education sector.
“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.
