Oshiomhole opposed son’s nomination as commissioner – Edo Deputy Governor reveals

The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, has dismissed allegations of nepotism and state capture following the appointment of Cyril Oshiomhole, son of former governor Adams Oshiomhole, as the state’s Commissioner for Health.

During an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, Idahosa revealed that the former governor had, in fact, opposed his son’s nomination for the position.

“This position has nothing to do with Adams Oshiomhole. In fact, Adams opposed it. He was against the nomination because of the vision the governor has for the people of Edo State. The governor made the decision to appoint Cyril based on competence, not because of his father,” Idahosa explained.

“Senator Adams Oshiomhole is a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and his son, like any other individual, has his own destiny. Cyril is a seasoned medical doctor. He studied in Nigeria and went on to further his studies in the United States. He is fully qualified to be in the cabinet

”The fact that he is Oshiomhole’s son does not disqualify him from holding a position he is competent to manage. He will serve as Commissioner for Health based on merit.”