According to INEC, the APC candidate polled 291,667 votes, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo, came second with 247,274 votes. Meanwhile, Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata emerged third with 22,763 votes.
According to the election result announced by INEC and monitored by TimesNow.com.ng, the APC won eleven local government areas in the state, while the PDP won seven of the councils.
Following his emergence as the governor-elect of Edo state, Okpebholo will be taking over from the current governor, Godwin Obaseki, who belongs to the Peoples Democratic Party.
Below are some facts you should know about Monday Okpebholo:
Senator Monday Okpebholo was born in 1970 in Uromi, Edo state, Nigeria. Raised in a humble household, he was instilled with strong moral principles and a steadfast work ethic, fostering a lifelong commitment to integrity and diligence.
Senator Monday Okpebholo’s educational odyssey began in his hometown of Uromi, where he completed his primary and secondary education at local institutions.
He then pursued higher learning at the University of Benin (UNIBEN), earning a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics and a master’s degree in Public Administration.
Furthering his academics, Okpebholo obtained a PhD in Agricultural Economics from the prestigious University of Ibadan (UI).
Senator Monday Okpebholo’s family background is deeply rooted in Edo state, and despite his rise to prominence in politics, he remained committed to his heritage.
As a devoted family man, Okpebholo is married with four children, each of whom is thriving in their chosen pursuits. His family’s influence on his life and politics is evident in his continued connection to his community.
The Monday Okpebholo Foundation serves as a testament to Senator Okpebholo’s philanthropic spirit, providing vital support to vulnerable populations through educational scholarships, healthcare access, and vocational skills training.
Okpebholo’s foundation strives to create lasting positive change in Edo state by addressing pressing social needs.
Okpebholo’s political journey began in 2003 when he ran for the House of Representatives as a candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The governor-elect contested for the Senate Seat in Edo Central senatorial district under the APC and was elected on February 25, 2023. He was inaugurated into the 10th National Assembly of Nigeria on June 13, 2023, before emerging as the APC governorship candidate.
TimesNow.com.ng earlier reported that Obaseki and the PDP lost the Oredo local government to the APC and its candidate, Monday Okpebholo
According to the results announced by INEC on Sunday, September 22, Okpebholo defeated the governor and the ruling party at his local government with 5,842 votes
Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata came third in the race at the Oredo local government governorship election results in Edo.
Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at TimesNow.com.ng.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
