David Ogbebor

BENIN CITY – Residents of Udomi in Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State have praised Governor Monday Okpebholo for ongoing development projects in the community, describing them as unprecedented and transformative.

The commendation came on Saturday when the governor visited the area to inspect several ongoing projects, including the construction of a 150-bed Edo Specialist Hospital, hostel accommodation, a School of Nursing Sciences, a Senate Building, and the Udomi Holiday Resort Centre.

Hundreds of residents turned out to welcome the governor and expressed appreciation for what they described as visible developmental efforts across the state.

Speaking during the visit, a resident, Mrs. Theresa Ehimentafor, lauded the governor for extending development to the community, noting that Udomi had never witnessed such level of government attention.

She said the projects had brought renewed hope to residents and demonstrated the administration’s commitment to improving healthcare, education and infrastructure.

Another resident, Mr. Akhere Okosun, said the community was experiencing significant growth under the present administration.

According to him, the establishment of major projects, including a teaching hospital, an army base and the holiday resort centre, marks a new chapter in the history of the community.

“We are excited about the pace of development in Udomi. These projects will create opportunities for our people and improve the quality of life in the area,” he said.

Also speaking, Ms. Omozusi Osolease said residents were witnessing remarkable changes in the community, attributing the transformation to the governor’s development agenda.

She noted that the projects had improved public infrastructure and expanded opportunities for young people through employment and educational initiatives.

Osolease added that the recruitment of more teachers into primary schools and the ongoing construction of critical facilities had boosted the confidence of residents in the future of the community.

The governor’s inspection tour forms part of his administration’s efforts to monitor the progress of strategic projects aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery, education, tourism and security across Edo State.

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Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo