The Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency of Oyo State, Engr. Aderemi Oseni has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on his victory as the Governor-Elect of Edo State.

In a statement released on Monday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, the lawmaker lauded the people of Edo State for their overwhelming support of the APC candidate.

He expressed confidence in Senator Okpebholo’s ability to lead the state toward greater development and prosperity.

Oseni further described the election victory as a reflection of the people’s trust in Okpebholo’s leadership and vision for Edo State’s future.

“Senator Okpebholo’s triumph is well-deserved. His outstanding legislative record and commitment to public service make him the right leader to propel Edo State to new heights of development,” he stated.

As the Chairman of FERMA, Oseni underscored the importance of collaboration between the federal and state governments to ensure infrastructural development, particularly in road maintenance. He pledged to work closely with the Edo State administration, as with other states, to achieve shared objectives.

“I look forward to partnering with Governor-Elect Okpebholo to improve road infrastructure in Edo State, just as we do across the country, as the well-being of our citizens remains a priority. Together, we will build a more prosperous Nigeria,” the lawmaker added.

Oseni urged the newly elected governor to remain committed to his agenda of progress, good governance, and the welfare of the people of Edo State.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has taken a commanding lead in the Edo State governorship election, according to results declared so far by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Okpebholo, who represents Edo Central in the Senate, is currently ahead of his closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), by over 48,000 votes.

With results from 16 of the 18 local government areas (LGAs) announced at the INEC Collation Centre in Benin City on Sunday, Okpebholo has secured 244,549 votes.

In comparison, Ighodalo, a well-known figure in the business community, has garnered 195,954 votes. While Okpebholo has claimed victory in 10 of the LGAs declared so far, Ighodalo has won six.

Labour Party (LP) candidate Olumide Akpata is trailing far behind with 13,346 votes, placing him in a distant third position.

The election has attracted widespread attention due to the high stakes involved, with Edo’s political future hanging in the balance.

All eyes are now on the remaining two local government areas yet to be declared, as both the APC and PDP candidates brace for the final outcome.

INEC officials have assured the public of a transparent and credible process, urging calm as the last results trickle in.

As part of his ongoing efforts to uplift his constituents economically, the lawmaker representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency, Hon. Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu, has once again empowered no fewer than two hundred (200) farmers in his constituency.

The lawmaker organised a training programme for selected fish farmers at the Faith Joe Event Centre, located beside Community Secondary School, Alegongo, Ibadan.

Each of the beneficiaries received ₦100,000 in cash, fish feed, fish species, and plastic tanks to assist them in raising their fish. The gesture is part of Olafisoye’s comprehensive plan to enhance agricultural productivity and economic empowerment in the area.

Apart from the fish farming support, the lawmaker also distributed fertilisers, maize and beans seedlings, and a variety of farm equipment.

These items included world brush cutters, knapsack power sprayers, seed planters, farm tillers, and other essential agricultural implements, aimed at supporting another group of farmers in the constituency.

This latest empowerment initiative follows closely on the heels of the lawmaker’s announcement of a ₦1.5 million scholarship for 30 students of Community Grammar School, Lalupon, who are set to write their WAEC exams in 2025.

The announcement was made during the commissioning of a block of six classrooms facilitated by Olafisoye under the 2024 Sustainable Development Goals Special Intervention Project.

Speaking at the event, the lawmaker and former council chief, popularly known as Lafi, expressed his commitment to delivering meaningful benefits to his constituents, regardless of political affiliation.

He emphasised that his interventions are designed to address both infrastructural and economic challenges, providing “community infrastructure and stomach infrastructure” in light of the current economic hardship facing the nation.

Hon. Joshua Oyebamiji, the Oyo Central Senatorial Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), praised Lafi for his consistent empowerment programmes.

Oyebamiji remarked that it was rare to see a first-term lawmaker initiate so many impactful projects, noting that the representative’s efforts have significantly improved the lives of his constituents.

Several beneficiaries of the empowerment programme, including Agboola Samson Abayomi from Ejioku in Lagelu Local Government, Oduola Sefiu from Ward 5, Adebiyi Oluwakemi from Akinyele Local Government, and Adigun Michael, expressed their appreciation for the lawmaker’s dedication to the people.

They lauded him for surpassing the achievements of previous representatives in the constituency.

The event was well-attended, with notable figures including the APC Chairmen for Lagelu and Akinyele local governments, Mr. Awoyoola Fatai Sunday and Emmanuel Akinboade, alongside representatives from schools, community, and religious leaders.