Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, yesterday, swore in 15 commissioners, charging them to sustain government’s effort to improve livelihood of the people and ensure economic prosperity for the state.

The Commissioners include Ethan Osaze Uzamere, Christopher Nehikhare, Monday Osaigbovo, Dr. Joan Osa-Oviawe, Isoken Omo, Stephen Idehenre, Oluwole Osaze-Uzzi, Patrick Uanseru and Dr. Samuel Alli.

Others are Adaze Aguele-Kalu, Kingsley Uwagbale, Uyi Oduwa Malaka, Joshua Omokhodion, Ojiefoh Donatus and Christabel Omo Ekwu. The governor, during the inauguration at the Government House, in Benin City, reiterated his commitment to development of Benin Port, Enterprise Park and other projects to drive industrial growth and boost the state’s economy.

He said: “We have had an excellent team since we started our administration six years ago. The team has helped us actualise our vision of transforming Edo State. Any transformation is a work in progress and doesn’t end.

“I thank all members of the Edo State Executive Council in the last six years who have worked closely with me to define and reshape the new Edo we have now. Your hard work and diligence have brought us this far.