Edo State appoints Melody Omosah as its first visually impaired permanent secretary, with the swearing-in taking place under Governor Monday Okpebholo. Multiple outlets report that Omosah is sworn in alongside a batch of senior appointments announced for the state administration, including commissioners and permanent secretaries. Nigerian Eye reports that Okpebholo also swears in two commissioners and 20 permanent secretaries as part of the same ceremony. In a statement shared on his official Facebook page, Okpebholo describes Omosah’s appointment as a historic milestone for Edo, stating that it reflects the principle that ability and competence should determine opportunity rather than disability. The governor also mentions other appointments, including Martin Oli, described as a member of the Igbo community, as commissioner. Across the accounts, the focus is on the significance of Omosah’s role as the first visually impaired permanent secretary in Edo State and on the administration’s stated commitment to inclusiveness, merit, and equal opportunity.