Timothy Omobude 
The Chairman, Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission, EDSOGPADEC, Mr. Francis Osaretin Osabuohien has congratulated Sen. Monday Okpebholo over the victory at the State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal.
Mr. Osabuohien sent a heartfelt victory message to the Governor and the entire APC family shortly after members of the tribunal panel led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi
who delivered judgment in favour of the APC and its candidate in the September 21st, 2024, governorship election.
Osabuohien said tribunal verdict represents the progress for the people of Edo state and opined that a New Edo has risen.
According to him; The tribunal decision accurately represents the will of the people of Edo State and upheld victory of Senator Okpebholo demonstrates the impartiality of the Nigerian judiciary.
“The PDP candidate Mr. Asue Ighodalo should graciously concede defeat and congratulate the forward-thinking Governor, and refrain from wasting his energy and resources on a case that lacks legal merit.
“The tribunal’s verdict will facilitate a distraction-free administration, which will accelerate the developmental pace of Governor Okpebholo’s initiatives to improve Edo.
