State govt declares over 200 vehicles missing, recovers three from past officials

The Edo State Government has declared over 200 government vehicles missing, according to Mr. Kelly Okungbowa, Chairman of the committee tasked with recovering the state’s assets.

Speaking on the committee’s progress, Okungbowa revealed that within 24 hours of their inauguration, they recovered three vehicles—a Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses—hidden in a private residence in Benin City.

One of the recovered Toyota Hiace buses was reportedly loaded with palliatives, including bags of garri and rice, which were meant for distribution to the public.

Okungbowa appealed to members of the public to provide credible information regarding the missing vehicles, assuring whistleblowers of handsome rewards for accurate and verifiable tips.

“We are pleased to announce progress within just 24 hours of our inauguration. We have already recovered three vehicles, including one Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses,” Okungbowa stated. “This property belongs to the people of Edo State, and it is unacceptable for private individuals to claim it as their own.”

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He further urged former government officials and citizens holding on to government vehicles to return them within 48 hours, emphasising that the committee is committed to carrying out its mandate lawfully and transparently.

The governor’s committee vows to continue its efforts to retrieve all missing vehicles and ensure they are returned to their rightful owners—the people of Edo State.

Written by Sakinat Musa Abubakar, Editor at Neptune Prime 

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