Senate, yesterday, at plenary held a valedictory session for the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, who represented Edo Central on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He was a member of the 10th Senate, until his election as Governor of Edo, on September 21, 2024.
Speaking at the valedictory session, Adams Oshiomhole, (APC-Edo) described Okpebholo as a humble, resourceful, committed and intelligent man.
“We’re happy that in 30 days, Edo people are aware that there is a new governor in town, humble, resourceful, committed, intelligent, a man of a few words but maximum action,” he said.
Danjuma Goje (APC-Gombe) described Okpebholo as a man of good character, honest and a committed Nigerian.
He advised the Edo Governor to continue with his good traits, adding that his good disposition was a great asset for the state.
Okpebholo said his involvements in the legislative session was to drive good governance, especially in infrastructure development, security, education and health, among others.
The governor, who described the plenary as an emotional one for him, expressed gratitude to his colleagues, especially those who stood by him during his campaign period.
“Distinguished colleagues, this is quite emotional for me. From the moment I joined the 10th Senate in June, 2023, every moment at the red Chamber has remained memorable. We saw ourselves as forerunners of democracy and we wanted the best for the nation. Thank you for standing by me throughout the campaign exercise,” he said.
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, urged the Edo governor to keep his legacy of good works, as he carries out his duties in Edo State.
Akpabio has officially declared the Edo Central Senatorial seat vacant, directing the Independent National Electoral Commissioner (INEC) to organise a new election to fill the vacant seat.
He made the declarations after a valedictory session for Okpebholo.