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Obaseki Starts Vacation As Okpebholo Takes Over Edo State Leadership
The immediate past governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has embarked on what he describes as a well-deserved post-tenure vacation.
This break, according to him, will give him the time to unwind and prioritize his health, with plans to undergo extended medical checks after the eight demanding years he spent leading the state.
This news was released by Crusoe Osagie, Obaseki’s longtime spokesperson, who issued a statement on Wednesday.
In the statement, Osagie conveyed the former governor’s gratitude to God and the people of Edo State and Nigeria, acknowledging the opportunity he had to serve.
Reflecting on his time in office, Obaseki expressed a deep appreciation for the support and trust shown to him throughout his administration, adding that his hopes for the future of the state remain strong.
He encouraged all Edo citizens, both in Nigeria and abroad, to remain optimistic and united, and to continue praying for the state’s peace, progress, and prosperity.
Obaseki concluded his two-term governorship on November 11, 2024, passing the mantle to the newly elected governor, Monday Okpebholo.
The transition marked the end of an administration that focused on various reforms, especially in areas such as public service, infrastructure, and education, as Obaseki sought to modernize Edo State.
His successor, Okpebholo, brings a fresh perspective to Edo’s leadership and secured his position after a closely contested election.
Okpebholo, representing the All Progressives Congress (APC), triumphed over key opponents including Asue Ighodalo of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party.
On Tuesday, Okpebholo was officially sworn in as the governor of Edo State.
Nigerian businessman Isaac Fayose has spoken about what he considers one of the country’s biggest problems, stating that many Nigerians are worried about government taxation, insecurity, and the increasing rate of kidnappings for ransom.
He lamented the situation and criticized the government, arguing that these issues have become deeply rooted and that there appears to be no lasting solution in sight.
According to him “In Nigeria we have two governments. One is collecting tax, the other one is collecting ransom. Both of them have one thing in common which is to make life difficult for their people.
The one that is collecting tax without doing anything will come and share you rice and semolina. The one that is collecting ransom is doing giveaway on social media.”
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
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