Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has asserted that the Federal Government’s elimination of petrol subsidies has expanded revenue allocation to state governments, facilitating increased investments in public infrastructure and regional security.
Speaking to supporters and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) during a grassroots mobilization tour across Okpella, Agenebode, and Fugar in Etsako East and Etsako Central Local Government Areas, Okpebholo commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for executing the fiscal reform.
He noted that plugging revenue leakages previously tied to the subsidy regime has freed up vital funds for subnational governance, yielding tangible improvements across key sectors—particularly national security.
Key Highlights from the AddressFiscal Impact:
Increased revenue flow to states has helped finance capital projects and enhanced security measures nationwide.
Focus on 2027 General Elections:
Governor Okpebholo emphasized that the upcoming general election in early 2027 will be pivotal for maintaining the Federal Government’s reform agenda, urging party faithful to participate peacefully and mobilize voters under a “one man, one vote” framework.
Also speaking, APC State Chairman Jarrett Tenebe echoed the Governor’s sentiments, encouraging party members across ward and unit levels to sustain grassroots engagements without conflict as preparations intensify for upcoming political activities.
Financial Autonomy for Local Councils:
On his part, the State Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and Chairman of Etsako East LGA, Sunny Ekpeson, confirmed that Governor Okpebholo has maintained a non-interference policy regarding local council funds, allowing all 18 LGAs to deploy resources independently for grassroots projects.
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