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The Executive Chairman of Owan east local government area, Prince Aminu Akodo -Kadiri and his deputy Hon. Clement Ojebuovbo have been impeached by the legislative arm of the council.
Both men were impeached for gross misconduct and abuse of office.
The impeachment has paved the way for the legislative leader to take over the reins of affairs
Hon. Haruna Mohammed presided over the plenary session during which Council Chairman Hon. (Prince) Aminu Akodo- Kadiri and Deputy Hon. Clement Ojebuovbo were removed from office.
The motion for their impeachment was moved by Hon. Friday Henry Oisawemi, representing Ward Seven.
The impeached chairman and deputy were also charged with violating the council’s regulations, which their accusers claim undermined the goodwill of both the council and the community, rendering them unfit for leadership.
Hon. Marcus Sunday from Ward 1 seconded the motion, leading to support from about eight councillors for the impeachment.
With this action, the Owan East Legislative Council has become the first local government area in the Edo North district to impeach its council chairman and deputy.
