Delta Government Indefinitely Suspends Works Commissioner Over Alleged Assault

by HEDNEWS on August 12, 2026

Delta Government Indefinitely Suspends Works Commissioner Over Alleged Assault The Delta State Government has indefinitely suspended the Commissioner for Works Highway and Urban Roads, Reuben Izeze, over allegations linking him to the alleged assault of the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Protocol, Mr Simon Mudi. The suspension follows allegations surrounding an incident involving the governor’s aide and has prompted the state government to take administrative action while the matter is being addressed. The state government announced the indefinite suspension of Izeze from his position as Commissioner for Works Highway and Urban Roads.The action is reportedly connected to allegations that the commissioner was linked to the assault of Mudi, who serves as the governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Protocol. The allegations have generated attention within the state government as authorities seek to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported incident. The suspension allows the matter to be addressed while relevant authorities consider the allegations and available information. It is important to note that the allegations against Izeze have not, by themselves, established criminal or legal liability. Simon Mudi, a Senior Special Assistant to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Protocol, was reportedly the victim of the alleged assault. The incident has raised concerns over conduct involving public officials and members of the state government’s administration By suspending the commissioner indefinitely, the Delta State Government has signalled that the allegations are being treated seriously. Further developments are expected as more information emerges about the circumstances of the alleged assault and any subsequent administrative or legal action.