Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has hailed Supreme Court judgment, affirming victory of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, in the September 2024 governorship election in the state.
Wike urged Governor Okpebholo, who contested under the umbrella of All Progressive Congress to remain focused and be more committed to Edo people.
The former Rivers State governor stressed that the Edo State Governor should see the victory as a further call to selfless service to people of the state.
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This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka.
The FCT Minister, described Supreme Court verdict as a final confirmation of the mandate freely given to Governor Okpebholo by people of Edo State.
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Wike said: “This victory is for the people of Edo State, who elected Governor Okpebholo. It is a call for greater commitment to the service of the people.
“I congratulate the governor and urge him to keep doing his best for the upliftment of Edo State and its people.
“Now that a final answer has been provided as to the question of who actually won the governorship election, it behoves on all opponents of the governor to, in the collective interest of Edo State, to join hands with him.”
