The Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has received widespread acclaim from Edo indigenes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for his groundbreaking achievements in digital transformation and infrastructural development within his first 100 days in office.
The commendations poured in during the unveiling of Good Governance magazine in Abuja, an event designed to highlight and document the governor’s strides in governance.
Barrister Peter Odion Abulu, the Director General of the Edo State Liaison Office in Abuja, praised the governor’s vision and urged for continuity in his developmental agenda.
“If you start a journey well, our prayer is that you continue well so that you end well. Governor Okpebholo has demonstrated that he is prepared, not just for this term, but for the future.
“His achievements so far are commendable, and we encourage him to do more. This is his time to succeed,” Abulu stated.
He emphasized the importance of ensuring that the government’s achievements are amplified and well-documented, allowing Edo indigenes, both at home and abroad to remain informed about the progress being made.
“When you do something and do not tell people, it is easy for it to be forgotten. Even when people hear, it is still necessary to amplify it through means that can be documented. That is why we decided to re-echo what the governor presented in Benin City during his 100 days in office here in Abuja,” he explained.
The newly unveiled magazine, he noted, would serve as a historical record of the administration’s efforts and would showcase Edo’s progress to a global audience.
“We produced this magazine so that it can be taken anywhere, even outside Nigeria, for people to see what the government is doing. It will encourage Edo indigenes to work hard and find ways to contribute to the state’s development,” he added.
Dr. Osazuwa Imasuen, the Chairman of the occasion, encouraged Governor Okpebholo to sustain his developmental vision.
“If you start well, you must continue well and end well. He has set a strong foundation, and we encourage him to do more,” he affirmed.
The event attracted a diverse gathering of Edo indigenes who praised the governor’s initiatives in infrastructure and governance.
Dorothy Okoduwa, an attendee, expressed her confidence in the governor’s leadership. “Even from Abuja, we have seen what he is doing back home. We are happy, and we pray that he continues on this path,” she said.
Barrister Lucky, President of the Benin Community in Abuja, hailed the governor’s efforts, particularly the construction of the flyover at Ramat Park in Benin City, calling it “unprecedented” in Edo’s history.
“This is a major milestone, and we commend the governor. Edo people, regardless of where they are, must support him and work for the progress of our state,” he said.
Evelyn Ubehi, a leader of the Edo State Legacy Association, also praised the governor’s infrastructure projects, highlighting road improvements from Benin City to Ekpoma as a significant achievement.
“Within a short period, we have seen remarkable improvements in roads, from Benin City to Ekpoma. As an Esan indigene, I am grateful for his work,” she remarked.
The organizers assured that similar events and publications would continue to highlight the administration’s achievements while fostering the welfare of Edo indigenes beyond the state.
“This is the first of its kind since I assumed office, and I assure you that it will be sustained. We will not only showcase the governor’s achievements, but also highlight Edo indigenes’ businesses and explore how the government can support them. We must create a system where people do not just wait for government support, but actively contribute to the state’s development,” Abulu concluded.
The event ended with a resounding call for unity among Edo indigenes and a renewed commitment to supporting Governor Okpebholo’s administration in its continued drive for transformation.
