Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as the “remarkable revival” of Nigeria’s economy, despite inheriting what he called a failed system from past administrations.
Speaking on Tuesday during the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally ahead of the August 16 Edo Central Senatorial By-election, Governor Okpebholo said the President’s economic reforms have begun to stabilise the nation and deliver tangible benefits to states.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu inherited a failed economy from previous administrations. He met a very bad situation, but he has worked tirelessly to address the challenges and fix the mess. His support has also made my own achievements in Edo possible,” Okpebholo stated.
The Governor revealed that during his time in the Senate, with the President’s backing, he secured a ₦130 billion approval for the construction of the Ekpoma–Auchi–Okpella Road, a feat he contrasted with the performance of the previous PDP senator for the district.
“What we achieved in nine months with President Tinubu’s support, the PDP could not do in eight years,” he noted.
Governor Okpebholo, who said he aligned early with the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, announced plans for massive road construction across Edo State once the rainy season ends, adding that the President has assured reimbursement for state-funded federal projects.
The campaign tour saw APC leaders visit several wards in Uwessan and Ewu, drumming up support for the party’s candidate in the upcoming by-election.
Dignitaries at the rally included Umar Musa Ikhilor Esq. (Secretary to the State Government), Gen. Cecil Isekhaigbe (rtd) (Edo Central Senatorial Leader), Sylvester Aigboboh (APC State Deputy Chairman), commissioners, special advisers, and other party stakeholders.
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