The Director General of the Edo State Liaison Office in Abuja, Peter Abulu, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for his remarkable achievements in office and rallies support of Edo Indigens in Abuja for
wide and fast spread of development.
Abulu was speaking at a maiden meeting with Edo residents in the FCT and unveiling of “The Practical Governance Bulletin,” which chronicles milestone of Okpebholo ‘s 100 days in office.
The event which brought together Edo indigenes from various backgrounds and different political devide saw community leaders and residents praising the governor for his strides in infrastructural and human capital development.
The Edo House DG said the governor’s achievements so far are commendable, and encouraged him to do more. This is his time to succeed,” he stated.
“You started the 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.”
Abulu also highlighted the importance of documenting and amplifying the government’s achievements to ensure that Edo indigenes at home and abroad remain informed.
“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 during his 100 days in office in Benin here in Abuja,” he explained.
He further noted that the newly unveiled magazine would serve as a record of the government’s efforts and a means of showcasing 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.
The Organizer assured that similar events and publications would continue to highlight the achievements of the Edo State government and promote the welfare of Edo indigenes in Abuja and beyond.
“This is the first of its kind since I assumed office, and I assure you 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.
Chairman of the occasion, Osazuwa Imasuen encouraged Governor Okpebholo to sustain his development agenda. “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 stated.
Dorothy Okoduwa, an attendee, expressed satisfaction with 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.
President of the Benin Community in Abuja, emphasized the significance of unity among Edo people and commended the governor’s infrastructural achievements, particularly the flyover at Ramat Park in Benin City.
“The flyover is unprecedented in Benin’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 Orukpe, a member of the Edo State Legacy Association, also lauded the governor’s efforts in road infrastructure. “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 event ended with renewed calls for unity among Edo people and a commitment to supporting Governor Okpebholo’s administration in achieving more developmental strides.
