Leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress in Ikpoba-Okha local government area on Saturday passed a vote of confidence on the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo.
The Ikpoba-Okha APC leaders said Governor Okpebholo’s leadership has steered the state toward progress and prosperity, as well as inspired confidence in the hearts of the citizens.
This was contained in a communique read by a former member of the House of Representatives, Ehiozuwa Agbonyima, at the end of the Ikpoba-Okha APC leaders meeting held at Agbonyima’s residence.
The communique noted that various initiatives launched under Okpebholo’s administration, such as the Flyover bridge and other road projects, demonstrated the governor’s commitment to improving the quality of life for all Edo citizens.
It commended what it termed Okpebholo’s relentless efforts to enhance infrastructure, education, healthcare and the focus on economic development and job creation.
The communique said the Edo Governor’s initiatives have fostered a spirit of togetherness and empowerment among the people of Edo State, as well as encouraged active participation in the governance process.
According to the communique, “As you continue to navigate the challenges and opportunities that come your way, please know that you have our full support.
“Your leadership and vision for a better Edo State resonate with our aspirations, and we stand behind you in your quest to elevate our state to even greater heights.
“We, the good people of Ikpoba-Okha APC, hereby pass a vote of confidence on you for your seamless efforts to make Ikpoba-Okha, Edo State a better place for all.”
Addressing the gathering, Agbonyima urged the APC members to be patient with the administration of Okpebholo.
He cautioned against having a divided party in the state. He said, “What is important is working as a team. We can never win any election if we are not working together.
“Okpebholo is working. He is among the Governors who are working. We have to be patient. Promises were made to the Legacy PDP group. Some of you complained that they are PDP. Do not forget they supported us, and we cannot push them away.
“We should not start complaining and making derogatory statements at this time. We have other positions that people have complained about.
“Our Governor has said Ikpoba-Okha is the most populous local government. He said he will do everything to ensure Ikpoba-Okha benefits the most.”
Ikpoba-Okha APC Chairman, Sunny Ogbewe, urged the party members to believe in the ability of Okpebholo to deliver good governance.
The vote of confidence is coming on the heels of the work the governor is doing in the state.
Recall that in the first week of May 2025, the governor signed into law a bill for the establishment of the Edo State College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Technology.
The governor has also taken up the repair of some sections of Sapele Road, while also doing palliative works on Agbor Road. The bridge being built at Ramat Park in Ikpoba Okha local is also nearing completion.
Last week, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Paul Ohonbamu, said that the government would begin the repair of roads in the Government Reservation Area as soon as the rainy season is over.
