Sunday June 1, 2025|
Edo state Governor Monday Okpebholo has presented 17 brand new 2025 model SUVs to local government chairmen to enhance grassroots service delivery statewide.
Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, said Okpebholo was joined by the Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa and other top officials at the event on Saturday, May 31, in Benin.
Gov Okpebholo emphasised that his administration would not interfere with local government funds, adding that he allowed councils to drive development at the grassroots without constraints.
He criticised the previous administration for sidelining local governments, adding that his government recognised and empowered council chairmen with tools like the new SUVs to enable it to function better.
Okpebholo expressed gratitude to God for enabling chairmen to now enjoy brand new vehicles, describing it as a sign of progress in Edo.
He said the new development unfolded under President Bola Tinubu, stressing that Edo would soon rival cities like Lagos and Abuja in terms of growth.
The governor warned that the SUVs were not for personal use but strictly for public service.
He vowed to monitor their use across the local governments.
