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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.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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