BENIN CITY — In a display of inter-ministerial solidarity, the newly appointed Commissioner for Education, Dr. Washington Osifo, hosted his counterparts from the Ministry of Inter-Ethnic Relations, Hon. Martin Anayochukwu Oli, and the Ministry of Science and Technology, Hon. Etinosa Ogbeiwi, on a joint congratulatory visit to his office.

The visit highlighted the collaborative spirit of the new cabinet as the commissioners gathered to pledge mutual support and celebrate Dr. Osifo’s confirmation and inauguration into office.

Describing the Education Commissioner as a “tested and trusted” administrator, Hon. Oli praised Dr. Osifo’s long-standing public service record, noting that his depth of experience makes him uniquely suited to tackle the challenges facing the state’s education sector.

“Dr. Osifo brings a proven track record of integrity and capacity to this vital ministry,” Oli remarked during the visit. “His leadership inspires confidence, and we are certain his tenure will yield transformative results.”

Echoing those sentiments, Hon. Ogbeiwi emphasized the natural alignment between the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Education. Ogbeiwi highlighted the importance of integrating modern technology into school curricula and expressed enthusiasm for joint initiatives aimed at equipping students across Edo State with digital skills for the future economy.

Welcoming his colleagues, Dr. Osifo expressed deep appreciation for the gesture, framing the visit as a testament to the unified vision of the state executive council. He reaffirmed his commitment to driving holistic educational reform and emphasized that cross-departmental synergy—particularly with Science and Technology, as well as Inter-Ethnic Relations—would be central to building an inclusive, modern learning environment statewide.