President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo on his inauguration as the governor of Edo State.
Okpebholo took over the reins of leadership on Tuesday from the immediate past governor, Godwin Obaseki, in a ceremony that attracted dignitaries including Vice President Kashim Shettima.
In a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President asked “Governor Okpebholo to diligently work to enhance the living standards of the people of Edo State and make a significant impact during his tenure.”
The President expressed joy that Edo has joined the ranks of states governed by the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He also called on the new governor to justify “the confidence placed in him and the APC while fostering true democracy and effective governance in the state.”
In doing this, he encouraged Okpebholo to empower the Legislature and other vital government institutions throughout his administration, underscoring that a robust and independent legislature is essential for achieving democratic good governance.
Tinubu “lamented the previous administration’s attempts to undermine the legislative branch, which hindered its effectiveness for much of its tenure.”
He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for the successful conduct of the Edo Governorship Election and urged the Commission to strive for even greater excellence in the upcoming Ondo Governorship Election, scheduled for November 16, 2024.
The President celebrated this milestone as a new chapter in Edo State’s democratic journey and rejoiced with the people of Edo for this momentous occasion.