Senator Monday Okpebholo and Dennis Idahosa have been sworn in because the governor and deputy governor of Edo State.
Okpebholo was sworn in on Tuesday on the inauguration ceremony in Benin, earlier than the Chief Justice of the state, Hon. Justice Daniel Okungbowa.
After his election victory, Okpebholo promised “improvement for all” within the state.
The Unbiased Nationwide Electoral Fee (INEC) had, in September 2024, declared Monday Okpebholo the winner of the September 21, 2024, governorship election below the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“That Monday Okpebholo of the APC, having glad all the necessities of the regulation and scored the vast majority of the lawful votes, is hereby declared the winner and is returned elected,” Mr. Kuta had declared.
Whereas the PDP intends to problem the election in courtroom, INEC had introduced Okpebholo with a certificates of return as required by regulation.
He stated that with Idahosa, they’re dedicated to “addressing the craving for a brand new Edo State filled with equal alternatives and improvement for all.”
“And so we’re able to hit the bottom working to meet all our marketing campaign guarantees,” he stated.
He urged his opponents to respect the selection of Edo residents.
With as we speak’s swearing-in, Okpebholo takes over from Godwin Obaseki, who served two phrases from 2016 to 2024.
As governor, Okpebholo might be accountable for the safety and administration of the state.
