BENIN CITY – The Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on Thursday paid tribute to the late Hon. Charles Idahosa, popularly known as “Charlie Tempo,”
describing him as a resilient leader and a bridge-builder who united people for the common good.
Speaking to reporters shortly after the funeral service at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Deputy Governor Idahosa said,
“Charlie Tempo was a bridge builder. A very resilient leader. A leader that brought all his people together for good.”
He contrasted the late leader with contemporary politicians, adding, “Unlike what we have right now, where leaders often seek to pull others down to move forward, he was formidable and always had the interest of the entire people at heart.”
The deputy governor further stated, “We are going to miss him,” particularly in Edo South, and prayed that the Charles Idahosa family would “emulate the legacies he left behind,” while also invoking a peaceful repose for the deceased.
Earlier, the Presiding Bishop of the Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Dr. Peter Imasuen, preached on the vanity of life and the enduring value of good works, highlighting that human worth is measured not by years but by meaningful deeds.
Charles Idahosa, who passed away at the age of 72, had a storied political career in Edo State.
He first rose to prominence as Chairman of Uhunmwonde Local Government Area in 1996, later serving as Edo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation in 2003.
He held several key political positions over the years, contributing significantly to the state’s governance and development.
Throughout his political journey, he was affiliated with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), which later merged into the All Progressives Congress (APC), leaving a lasting impact wherever he served.
