The Edo State Vehicle Recovery Committee has successfully retrieved 30 government-owned vehicles from officials who served under former Governor Godwin Obaseki.

The most recent recovery occurred last Friday, where vehicles such as one Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses were recovered.

Chairman of the recovery committee, Kelly Okungbowa, stated that the retrieval of state-owned vehicles was a success. He mentioned that the committee is prepared to travel nationwide to recover any state vehicles, regardless of their location.

He also commended whistleblowers for their efforts in providing information that assisted in the recovery process.

"The committee had successfully recovered three vehicles last Friday, including one Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses.

Okungbowa noted that four additional vehicles were taken from the residence of a former senior official, and another vehicle was retrieved from a separate individual.

“We have recovered two Land Cruiser Jeeps and two Toyota Hilux vehicles from a former high-ranking official of the immediate past government. One of the vehicles contained campaign posters and umbrellas.

“Another Hilux vehicle was also recovered, bringing the total number of vehicles retrieved since our operation began to 30.”

Okungbowa assured Edo residents that more recoveries would be made before the two-week deadline set for the committee to complete its mandate.

“We appeal to the public for more information to aid our operations. Whistleblowers have been instrumental to our success, and we are committed to rewarding anyone who provides helpful tips,” Okungbowa said.