FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike has hailed Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo over Wednesday’s tribunal judgment, which affirmed his victory in last September’s governorship election in the state.

He made this known in a statement via Lere Olayinka, his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media.

He encouraged Okpebholo to remain focused while expressing confidence he would deliver on his campaign promises to the people of the state.

“Wike, who urged the governor to remain focused, said Governor Okpebholo should avoid being distracted by those who are only interested in getting power through the back doors,” said Lere Olayinka, Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media.

The minister described the victory as a further confirmation of the mandate freely given to the governor by the people of Edo State.

According to him, the victory was for the people of Edo State, who elected Governor Okpebholo, urging greater commitment to the service of the people.

While expressing confidence in the ability of Governor Okpebholo to bring succour to the people of Edo State, Wike said, “I believe in him, and with the way he has started, I believe that his government will impact positively on Edo State and its people.”