Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has lauded Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, for his achievements within just eight months in office, calling him a committed leader who has delivered tangible results to the people.
Speaking in Benin City on Tuesday during the commissioning of the New Edo Line Transport Service, Wike described Okpebholo as a focused and high-performing governor whose work speaks for itself.
“Your performance will give you the confidence to always come home even after your tenure as governor,” Wike said, praising Okpebholo’s delivery of democratic dividends.
He also commended the governor for his strong alignment with the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying: “You have actually shown your support for our president in practical terms in performance.”
Reflecting on the 2024 Edo Governorship election held on September 21, Wike extended gratitude to the electorate: “I thank God for the people of Edo State for standing firm during the election of Monday Okpebholo.”
According to Wike, Okpebholo has proven himself to be a serious administrator.
“The governor has prepared himself as far as I am concerned. He is focused on making sure he delivers the dividends of democracy to the people.”
Highlighting the governor’s sense of urgency and commitment, Wike added: “The governor refused to be distracted, and in eight months, he has done so much for Edo people, just like what Mr. President did immediately he was inaugurated. He hit the ground running. That is what Senator Okpebholo has done today by making sure there are no excuses.”
Wike emphasized that he stands with purposeful leaders: “I do not identify with failure. I identify with people who mean well for their people.”
He noted that the revitalization of the Edo Line transport service is a strategic move: “One of the things that you have done to bring back this new Edo line is to solve the problem of insecurity. You have also resolved the problem of students, women and men travelling.”
Reiterating his support, Wike said: “I have come to identify with you because you mean well for the people of Edo State. Leadership is not easy because people will throw all kinds of things at you.”
In his response, Governor Okpebholo expressed appreciation to President Tinubu, attributing the state’s progress to the President’s consistent support.
He thanked Edo citizens for entrusting him with leadership and promised to intensify efforts in delivering impactful development.
Okpebholo assured residents: “They will continue to see and experience remarkable projects that will touch their lives for the better.” He pledged to stay committed to transforming Edo State, emphasizing that ongoing infrastructure and social development projects will bring meaningful change.
