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Shaibu Celebrates Edo At 31
…Expresses Hope of a brighter, Prosperous Future
Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has felicitated with Edo people at home and in the diaspora on the auspicious occasion of of the 31st anniversary of the creation of Edo State, the Heartbeat of of Nigeria.
In his goodwill message to celebrate the historic event,the Deputy Governor stated: ” permit me to heartily congratulate His Excellency, Mr. Gowin Nogheghase Obaseki, Governor of Edo State,the good people of our dear State and indeed, our founding fathers as we celebrate yet another glorious anniversary of the creation of Edo State 31 years ago”.
According to Shaibu, “Edo State has grown in leaps and bounds these past 31 years and has continued to set the pace in critical sectors of the economy as a sub-national political entity”.
He affirmed that the present administration in Edo State has made giant strides and recorded unprecedented achievements in infrastructure and human capital development.
“As we speak, Edo State, under the Obaseki-led administration has transformed the education, sports and health among other critical sectors in actualizing it’s vision of Making Edo State Great Again, MEGA Agenda”.
The State number two citizen applauded the resilience, resourcefulness and industry of Edo people in taking the State to the next level.
“Edo citizens are hard-working, peace-loving and hospitable people.l must appreciate our people for their unwavering support and prayers for our administration,as we strive to make life more meaningful for the benefit of the majority”.
“It’s heartwarming to underscore that Edo is the most peaceful State in the South-South Geo-poljtical Zone in Nigeria today. This has translated to enduring peace and progress in our State”.
“As a Government, the present administration, under the uncommon leadership of our inspirational Governor, will continue to accelerate the pace of development for the empowerment, growth and economic prosperity of our people”.
” I wish all well-meaning Edo people both at home and in the diaspora happy celebration as our future as a State remain bright and prosperous”.
“Long live Edo State!
“Long live Nigeria!!
Tinubu, represented by Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima at a formal reception in Uyo on Saturday, welcomed the governor and his supporters to the ruling party.
He pledged that Governor Eno would not be abandoned and would have no regrets about joining the APC.
According to Shettima, “The strength of any political party comes not from division, but from unity of purpose. We are here today because we understand that enduring power lies in standing together, not in isolation or internal strife.”
He emphasized that the APC is a party of the people, saying, “We believe in building bridges, not walls; in mending fences, not erecting new ones. Above all, we know that the strength of a political party lies in its people — the people are the party.”
Speaking directly to Governor Eno, Shettima added: “President Tinubu is a bridge-builder and a democrat. Your decision to join the APC is one you will never regret. You will not be humiliated or forsaken. You are home.”
Speaking through Ghana’s Finance Minister at the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in Abuja on Saturday, President Mahama warned that economic integration and trade cannot thrive in an atmosphere of political instability.
“Trade cannot flourish where democracy is in retreat. Investment does not land where governance is broken.
“The recent wave of instability and military takeovers in our region is not just a security concern—it is an economic emergency. We must defend democracy as a prerequisite for prosperity.
“Let West African leaders recommit to constitutional order—not as an abstract ideal, but as a practical requirement for growth. We cannot unlock trade while our region is locked in conflict,” Mahama was quoted as saying.
In January 2025, ECOWAS formally acknowledged the withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso—now members of the Alliance of Sahel States—following tensions rooted in the 2023 Niger coup.
To this end, Mahama called for the creation of an ECOWAS Charter on Democratic Stability and Economic Development, linking good governance with access to regional investment support.
The president urged leaders to recommit to constitutional order as a practical foundation for development, rather than merely a political ideal.
Akpabio said this on Saturday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom capital, during the official reception of Umo Eno to the APC.
“Governor Sheriff of Delta State thank you for joining the progressive family and moving the South South in a progressive direction.
“Governor Umo Eno, after you, Rivers State will just tumble, after Rivers State, Bayelsa will join.
“We won election with Governor Otu in Edo State and we produced an amiable Monday Okpebholo, congratulations once again for your victory.”
In April, Eno had hinted at leaving the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for APC.
The governor had blamed the internal crisis within the PDP for his decision to leave the party for APC.
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