Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for his emphatic victory in the just-concluded Edo State governorship election.
Okpebholo emerged victorious after a keenly contested race, defeating his main rivals—Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party.
Inuwa Yahaya, who is also the Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, noted that the APC candidate’s triumph underscores the growing popularity and confidence the people of Edo State have in the APC.
He remarked that the overwhelming support for Okpebholo reflects the party’s achievements and its commitment to governance rooted in the needs of the people.
According to him, “It is with immense pleasure that I warmly congratulate our candidate in Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and indeed our great party for recording an emphatic victory.”
He stressed that this success is a clear validation of the people’s trust in the APC-led administration and further solidifies the party’s influence across Nigeria, reaffirming its position as the party trusted by the people to drive national growth and transformation.”.
The governor expressed confidence in Senator Okpebholo’s leadership capabilities, emphasising that his election represents an opportunity to rebuild and reposition Edo State towards sustainable development.
He called on members of the opposition to graciously accept the olive branch extended by the governor-elect, urging them to contribute positively to the future of Edo State.
The NSGF Chairman also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting a transparent and fair election that provided a level playing field for all contestants.
He applauded the nation’s security agencies for maintaining peace and order throughout the process, as well as the electorate for their peaceful and orderly participation in what was a highly anticipated election.
The Governor prayed for the Edo governor-elect’s success as he embarks on his journey to deliver on his campaign promises, expressing hope that Almighty God would grant him the wisdom and strength to fulfil his mandate in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda, which seeks to uplift all Nigerians through progressive governance as contained in a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General
(Press Affairs), Government House Gombe.
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