The Edo State Commissioner for Minerals, Oil, and Gas, Joseph Ikpea, on Wednesday, resigned from the cabinet of Governor Godwin Obaseki just a few days to the September 19 governorship election in the state.
Ikpea’s resignation, which was contained in a letter dated September 9, 2020, and addressed to the governor, was with immediate effect.
The letter partly read, “Politics is all about interest, trust, and respect for one another, but I have never seen any of this till date, and I am also not sure of it even if I remain there till tomorrow."
He also stated that the administration did not recognise his leadership role during his tenure as commissioner.
Ikpea thanked the governor for the opportunity to serve in the capacity of commissioner.
“This is to inform you that I am resigning my present appointment. I want to sincerely thank his Excellency, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, for the opportunity given to me to serve under his administration as the Commissioner for Minerals, Oil and Gas,” the letter read.
“One of the reasons why I am resigning is that politics is all about interest, trust and respect for one another, but I have never seen anything of this till date, and I am also not sure of it even if there is tomorrow.
“Moreover, the party that’s known today as All Progressive Congress APC, was brought to Esan south LGA by me, and over 90% of my supporters are APC members till date, so it is difficult to leave the house I built. Considering also that this administration did not recognise my leadership role, even as a commissioner I get information either from ward Chairmen, LGA Chairman, or SSA to Mr. Governor.
“I will continue to give his Excellency my support at any time the need arises. I wish you success in all your endeavours.”
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