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Okpebholo gifts Edo LG chairmen 17 new SUVs

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has presented 17 brand new 2025 model SUVs to local government chairmen to enhance grassroots service delivery across the state.

Okpebholo was joined by the Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, and other top officials at the event in Benin, the Edo State capital, on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

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, saying his government recognised and empowered council chairmen with tools like the new SUVs to enable function better.

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The governor expressed gratitude to God for enabling the chairmen to now enjoy brand new vehicles, describing it as a sign of progress in Edo State.

He said the new development was unfolded under President Bola Tinubu, stressing that Edo State would soon rival cities like Lagos and Abuja in terms of growth.

Okpebholo warned the chairmen that the SUVs were not for personal use but strictly for public service.

Okpebholo vowed to monitor their use across the local governments.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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