The Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has urged the Edo State governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to fulfill his electoral promises to the people. During a visit by Okpebholo and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, to the Oba’s Palace in Benin City, the monarch expressed confidence in their leadership, stating that God Almighty works mysteriously and would guide Okpebholo as he assumes office.
According to a statement from the Chief Press Secretary to the monarch, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, Oba Ewuare II thanked God, the ancestors, security agencies, and President Bola Tinubu for the peaceful conduct of the elections held on September 21, 2024. He emphasized the importance of fulfilling campaign promises, stating, “You will do your best to carry out the promises you made during your campaigns, more to the admiration of all. More blessings will come.”
The Oba also mentioned his commitment to continuous prayer in anticipation of the upcoming Emoro (New Yam festival) and his 8th Coronation Anniversary.
In response, Senator Monday Okpebholo expressed gratitude to the royal father for his prayers and confirmed that he and his deputy were at the Palace to showcase their Certificates of Return issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of their swearing-in on November 12, 2024. The visit was attended by prominent leaders of the All Progressives Congress Campaign Council, including former Edo State Governor Senator Adams Oshiomhole and reinstated Deputy Governor Comrade Philip Shaibu.