Oba of Benin Urges Governors to Support President Tinubu, Promote Peace and Unity

The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, CFR, has called on Nigerian governors to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by fostering peace and unity across the country, regardless of political, religious, or ethnic differences.

Oba Ewuare II made the appeal on Saturday, June 28, 2025, when he received a delegation of governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at his Palace in Benin City, Edo State.

The revered monarch commended President Tinubu’s efforts in steering the country through a challenging period, noting that despite criticisms, the President remains focused on uniting the nation a burden common to leaders across the globe.

He also lauded Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for according due respect and recognition to traditional institutions in the state, urging other governors to support his administration.

Speaking on behalf of the visiting governors, Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, thanked the Oba for his continued prayers and guidance. He assured the Benin throne that Governor Okpebholo remains committed to fulfilling his campaign promises, including reducing poverty and enhancing infrastructure development across key sectors in Edo State.

The APC governors were joined by some senators elected on the party’s platform, along with two cabinet ministers from President Tinubu’s administration.