By Ejiro Nesisa
Edo State Government led by Governor Godwin Obaseki has sacked media crew attached to Deputy Governor’s(Philip Shaibu) office, and replaced same with the Ministry of Communication and Orientation.
In a statement signed by Chris Osa Nehikhare, the Hon. Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, said this is sequel to the ugly and unfortunate incident that happened during the colloquium held to mark the 60th anniversary of Midwest Referendum celebration held at the Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub and Soundstage, where some Journalists, who claimed to be the media crew of the Deputy Governor, attempted to force their way into the hall where the Governor and other invited dignitaries were already seated.
According to the statement, this act was contrary to the accredited protocol that had been established for the media coverage of the event. It added that the orchestrated and stage managed walkout and disruption is highly regrettable.