The all Progressive Governors’ Forum congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress candidate, on winning the Edo State gubernatorial election.
After a fierce race, the All Progressives Congress’s candidate for governor, Okpebholo, was pronounced the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday.
He received 291,667 votes, more than twice as many as Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (247,274), and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party (22,761 votes, far behind).
The win of Okpebholo was hailed by Imo State Governor and Forum Chairman Hope Uzodimma in a statement released on Monday. He said it was evidence of the people of Edo State’s faith in her.
In addition, he expressed gratitude to the populace for their resounding support and acknowledged their confidence in the competence of the ruling party to advance the state.
“On behalf of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Progressive Governors’ Forum, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo on his resounding victory as the Governor-elect of Edo State.
“By giving their mandate to the APC, they have reaffirmed their belief in our vision and commitment to delivering sustainable development and progress.
“Under Okpebholo’s leadership, Edo State is poised to enter a transformative era of growth and prosperity under the newly elected governor.
“This victory is not just a win for our party but for the entire State and the Nation as we continue to strive for a better and more progressive Nigeria.
“I wish the Governor-elect a successful tenure that will bring unprecedented progress to the people of Edo State.”
