Oba of Benin: Ancestors brought Okpebholo to restore Edo glory

Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, Oba of Benin has declared that his ancestors brought Governor Monday Okpebholo to restore the lost glory of Edo State.

Oba Ewuare made the remarks during a solidarity visit by Governor Monday Okpebholo to his Palace on Thursday in Benin City, after his victory at Edo governorship Election tribunal that upheld his election as Governor of the State.

He described him as a true traditional son of the land and called on his ancestors to bless the Governor and members of his household for not allowing the machinations of evil doers to destroy the State

In a rare move, the highly delighted first Class traditional ruler who lifted Okpebholo up who knew down in appreciation, predicted that Governor Okpebholo’s administration will attract more development to the State.

Oba Ewuare who spoke in Edo Language, said, “It shall be well with you, your wife, and children. Your journey to Edo, our ancestors approved it.

“Our ancestors brought you to restore the lost glory of Edo State, which evil doers wanted. We have been praying and we will continue to pray for you, not to allow evil forces to destroy Edo”, Oba Ewuare said.

Responding, Governor Monday Okpebholo, thanked Oba Ewuare for his affection and intercession for him and Edo State.

He described his election victory at the tribunal as historic and sweetest judgement ever” in history. The three-member panel of justices were unanimous.

“This it the first time we have seen a judgement where all the judges agreed that Monday Okpebholo won the election”, according to the Governor.

Osaigbovo Iguobaro
Chief Press Secretary to Oba of Benin