Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on Friday swore in 18 newly elected Local Government Chairpersons, charging them to deliver tangible development, reject corruption, and justify the mandate given to them.
Speaking to the new council bosses, the Governor who described public office as ‘a sacred trust’, charged them to prioritise the people, shun corruption and embrace local government autonomy.
He expressed confidence that their tenure would bring progress, peace and prosperity to Edo communities.
‘Go and work for the people, complement the development efforts of the State Government and ensure that the impact of government is felt in every community. Your legacies will be defined by the lives you touch, the problems you solve.
‘The best way to earn continued support is through good governance and visible development. Serve with humility, lead with integrity and work with passion,’ Okpebholo said.
The Chairman of Oredo LGA, Gabriel Iduseri, who responded on behalf of his colleagues, pledged ‘purposeful, transparent and people-oriented leadership.’
‘We are ready to key into the SHINE AGENDA of the governor and the Renewed Hope of the president, and to bring development to our various local governments,’ he said.