Edo Governor Okpebholo Commends Lawmakers for Harmonious Working Relationship

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has praised members of the State House of Assembly for maintaining a cordial and productive working relationship with the executive arm of government.

The governor made the commendation on Sunday while receiving lawmakers led by the Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku, during an Easter visit to his residence in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Ebojele, Okpebholo noted that the cooperation between both arms of government has greatly contributed to the achievements recorded since he assumed office in November 2024.

“I am very happy since I assumed office; you have created a peaceful atmosphere for my administration to achieve its set goals and implement policies that have moved the state forward,” the governor said.

He added that the synergy between the executive and legislature has enabled his administration to record progress, particularly in infrastructure development.

“The harmonious working relationship shared between the Executive and Legislature is largely responsible for the success recorded by my administration in the past one year,” he stated.

Earlier, Speaker Agbebaku reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to supporting the policies and programmes of the administration. He said lawmakers would continue to approve budgets aimed at delivering democratic dividends to residents.

“Today we are here to celebrate Easter with you and to let you know that you are doing great work for Edo people. We promise to support you as a House,” the Speaker said.

Agbebaku also commended the governor for ongoing infrastructural projects, including the construction of what he described as the state’s first flyover. “It will be indelible in history that the first flyover in Edo is being constructed by your administration,” he added.

The Speaker assured that the Assembly would sustain collaboration with the executive to ensure successful implementation of government programmes for the benefit of the people.

Governor Okpebholo, however, urged lawmakers to maintain unity, stressing that a peaceful and cooperative environment remains key to achieving more developmental strides in the state.