No Senate President Has Achieved What Akpabio Did in the Last One Year’ – Edo Governor, Okpebholo

Governor Okpebholo Hails Akpabio’s Leadership and Legislative Achievements

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has lauded Senate President Godswill Akpabio for his exceptional contributions to Nigeria’s legislative progress, noting that Akpabio’s achievements have set a benchmark that no other Senate President has reached.

Speaking at a reception in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, on Saturday night, Okpebholo commended Akpabio’s transformative leadership as Governor of Akwa Ibom from 2007 to 2015, which significantly enhanced the state’s infrastructure and status, making it one of Nigeria’s most dynamic and aesthetically pleasing states. Okpebholo expressed his commitment to applying similar strategies to revitalize Edo State.

He emphasized that in just one year as Senate President, Akpabio had accomplished what previous Senate Presidents could not achieve in eight years. Okpebholo praised Akpabio’s ability to restore calm during challenging moments in the Senate and manage situations effectively.

Governor Okpebholo said, “The man I love to call, ‘the uncommon man’ did so much when he was Governor, and today, Akwa Ibom history cannot be complete without Akpabio’s transformation magic story. Before he came, Akwa Ibom was one of the States written off. However, within eight years as governor, he achieved so much that today, Uyo is regarded as one of the finest cities in the country.”

He continued, “When I became Governor, I decided to come, see, and reproduce the same development for my people. With the things I have seen and heard on this visit, I am more confident and convinced that what we plan to achieve with this mandate given us by the people of Edo is doable. Akpabio did it in Akwa Ibom, and we will do it in Edo.”

Okpebholo praised Akpabio’s leadership in the Senate, asserting that the Senate President has led a cohesive legislative body that balances effective support for the Executive while holding it accountable, benefiting the citizens of Nigeria.

“What Akpabio has done in terms of legislation in this country, no other Senate President has made that mark. Within one year in office, Akpabio has done what those who were Senate Presidents for eight years could not do,” he said.

In a show of appreciation, Okpebholo remarked that Akpabio’s guidance had been instrumental in shaping his own governance approach. “I want to thank him because, the first day I came to Akwa Ibom, I asked him, ‘why did you bring me to this place?’ He said, ‘I brought you here to come and see so that, when you become the Governor of Edo, you will replicate what I have done in this State.’ Today, I am here to say thank you, His Excellency, the Senate president.”

Senator Akpabio, in response, acknowledged Okpebholo’s humility and commitment to people-centered governance, expressing confidence that the Edo Governor’s approach will lead to success in the state.