Benin Monarch praised Governor Monday Okpebholo for restoring his full statutory rights
His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Oba Ewuare II of Benin Kingdom has praised Governor Monday Okpebholo for the restoration of his full statutory rights, describing it as “devastating on our detractors.”
The Oba affirmed also that the abolition of the controversial Local Government Traditional Councils in Edo South Senatorial District created by the immediate past government of Godwin Obaseki as “joyous to our friends, and marvelous in the eyes of the Almighty God.”
The Benin monarch stated these in a letter of appreciation to Governor Okpebholo, dated November 27, 2024.
The letter which was signed by some Palace Chief – Norense Ozigbo-Esere (Osuma of Benin), Edionwe Oliha (Oliha of Benin), Stanley Obamwonyi (Esere of Benin), Osaro Idah (Obazelu of Benin) and others, also praised the state government for the withdrawal of a revocation letter for the concession of Oba Akenzua II Cultural Centre in Benin and other issues of concern by the Governor Obaseki’s administration.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Oba, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, made the statement available to newsmen in Benin City.
The letter reads: “We deeply thank your Excellency for deeming it fit and necessary to restore the full Statutory Rights of the Oba of Benin, for respecting the rights and privileges of the Omo N’Oba as the only Traditional Ruler of Benin Kingdom in Edo South Senatorial District and custodian of the rich-cultural heritage.
“This action of Your Excellency, which is coming barely two weeks into your administration, is very well applauded. It is devastating on our detractors. It’s joyous to our friends and marvellous in the eyes of the Almighty God.
“The Omo N’Oba prays for God Almighty to continue to strengthen and guide your Excellency as you continue to bring about a meaningful and robust transformation of Edo State.”
Amongst other things, the Oba added that God brought Governor Okpebholo to sanitise Edo State.
