Edo Governor-Elect, Okpebholo, Visits Gov Uzodimma, Says ‘We Have Blessings Of God, Oba Of Benin’

Edo Governor-Elect, Okpebholo, Visits Gov Uzodimma, Says ‘We Have Blessings Of God, Oba Of Benin’

Edo State Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday visited Governor Hope Uzodimma at the Imo State Government House in Owerri.

He was accompanied by his deputy, Honourable Dennis Idahosa; the senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshimhole and the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Edo State, Jarrett Tenebe.

Addressing Uzodimma in the Imo State capital, Okpebholo said he has the blessings of God and that of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II.

He thanked the governor for his crucial role that led to his victory at the recently concluded September 21 governorship election.

“We are here with our leader, Adams Oshiomhole, in conjunction with my deputy and the state chairman of our party to say a big thank you to you.

“We contested election, and by his grace, we have won the election. We are here to tell you that the next step is to develop Edo State.

“We have the blessings of God and the blessings of the Oba of Benin. Today we are here to say thank you and extend his greetings to you,” Okpebholo said.

Responding, Governor Uzodimma said he will continue to support Okpebholo in his quest to deliver good governance to the people of Edo state.

Uzodimma, who is also Chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum, said he is happy to welcome Okpebholo to the PGF.

He charged the incoming governor to justify the confidence reposed on him at the polls.