An elder statesman and chieftain of the Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC, Elder Sam Eboigbe has congratulated Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo and the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa on their swearing-in today.
In a statement signed himself and made available to Newscurve24 in Benin City, Eboigbe eulogised the development strides recorded by Governor Okpebholo in Edo Central Senatorial District in his short stint in the Senate and appealed to him to replicate the feat in Edo State.
Part of the statement reads, “On behalf of my family, I, Elder Sam Eboigbe warmly congratulate Your Excellency, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo and Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa as you formally assume office today as the Executive Governor and Deputy Governor of Edo State respectively.
“Your leadership has been a study in humility, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to the people you represented in the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This has led you to sinking of bore holes, renovation of primary and secondary schools, provision of operational vehicles to security agencies in your constituency and empowerment of women and youths in Edo Central Senatorial District.
“As you assume duty today, I have no doubt in mind that you will replicate these your laudable initiatives in all the nooks and crannies of Edo State.
“May God bless you with the wisdom and courage to lead the state to greater heights”.