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10 Things To Know About Newly Elected Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo

byGLAMTUSH
September 23, 2024
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Highlighted are 10 things to know about the newly elected Edo governor, Monday Okpebholo.

 

Glamtush reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, as the winner of the Edo State gubernatorial election held on Saturday, September 21.

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The official announcement was made on Sunday by the election’s Returning Officer, Prof. Faruq Adamu Kuta, Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, at the INEC collation center in Benin City.

Prof. Kuta reported that Okpebholo secured 291,667 votes, claiming victory in 11 of the state’s 18 local government areas (LGAs).

Ighodalo of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) came in second with 247,274 votes, while Akpata of the Labour Party (LP) finished third with 22,763 votes.

 

Here are 10 key points about Senator Monday Okpebholo, the newly elected governor of Edo State:

  • Born in 1970 in Uromi, Edo State, Okpebholo was raised in a modest family that instilled values of integrity and diligence, which have greatly influenced his life and career.
  • Okpebholo’s education journey began in local schools in Uromi before he advanced to the University of Benin, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics. He furthered his education with a Master’s in Public Administration and a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Ibadan, demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning.
  • Beyond politics, Okpebholo is an entrepreneur with investments in hospitality, construction, oil and gas, and agriculture.
  • Through the Monday Okpebholo Foundation, he has dedicated resources to charitable work, including scholarships, healthcare services, and vocational training for underprivileged communities.
  • Okpebholo is deeply connected to his family, maintaining strong ties to his roots in Edo State. He is married with four children.
  • Okpebholo’s political journey started in 2003 when he was elected to the House of Representatives under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
  • Throughout his political tenure, Okpebholo has been a vocal advocate for issues such as agriculture, rural development, and legislative reforms, working tirelessly to represent the needs of his constituents.
  • Okpebholo is a devout Christian and an active member of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
  • Okpebholo’s dedication to excellence in business and politics, along with his efforts to promote inclusive growth and support marginalised communities, have earned him widespread respect and recognition.
  • As governor, Okpebholo envisions a prosperous, inclusive, and thriving Edo State. His campaign focused on driving development, economic empowerment, and sustainable growth to benefit all residents and future generations.

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