Oba of Benin felicitates with Obaseki, Shaibu on second term inauguration

His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare 11, has felicitated with Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu on their successful swearing-in for a second term in office.

In the message, Frank Irabor, the Secretary of the traditional council, said: “Your Excellencies, while wishing you successful tenure in office, His Royal Majesty prays to God almighty and the royal ancestors to grant you wisdom, magnanimity, and tenacity of purpose to serve the people selflessly and consolidate on the good works thus far done in our dear state.

“May your tenure be peaceful to everyone and be a shining beacon to successive administrations yet to come.”

Governor Godwin Obaseki and Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu were sworn-in for a second tenure in office on Thursday, November 12th, 2020, in an elaborate ceremony at the ultra-modern Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin.