By Ogochukwu Isioma
The Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on International Development Partners, Hon. Collins Edomaruse, has extended warm felicitations to the Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of his 55th birthday.
In a personally signed statement, Edomaruse hailed the Governor’s exemplary life and leadership, describing him as “a shining example of selfless service, uncommon courage, and unwavering commitment to the progress of our dear State.”
He noted that on behalf of his family, office, and the network of Edo State’s development partners, he was proud to celebrate the Governor’s impact-driven leadership.
“We celebrate not just your birth, but the remarkable journey of impact and transformation you continue to chart for our people,” Edomaruse stated.
The Special Adviser also offered prayers for God’s continued blessings upon the Governor as he advances in age and service to the state.
“As you add another year today, may God Almighty continue to bless you with greater wisdom, renewed strength, and divine health. May your days be long, fruitful, and filled with joy. May the works of your hands continue to prosper and may your vision for a brighter tomorrow for our dear State be fulfilled in abundance,” he added.
Senator Okpebholo, who assumed office as Governor of Edo State in November 2024, has continued to attract wide commendation for his people-oriented governance, anchored on his five-point agenda, SHINE — Security, Health, Infrastructure, Nutrition (Agriculture), and Education.
FULL STATEMENT
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency!
On behalf of my family, the Office of the Special Adviser on International Development Partners, and indeed our esteemed network of development partners, I extend our heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, our beloved Governor, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of your birthday.
At 55, your life is a shining example of selfless leadership, uncommon courage, and unwavering commitment to the progress of our dear State.
We celebrate not just your birth, but the remarkable journey of impact and transformation you continue to chart for our people.
As you add another year today, may God Almighty continue to bless you with greater wisdom, renewed strength, and divine health.
May your days be long, fruitful, and filled with joy.
May the works of your hands continue to prosper and may your vision for a brighter tomorrow for our dear State be fulfilled in abundance.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency!
Hon. Collins I. Edomaruse
(Special Adviser, International Development Partners)29th August, 2025
