Okpebholo Condemns ‘Deceptive’ Project Commissioning, Vows To Finish Abandoned Works

The governor of Edo State, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, has expressed his displeasure over the commissioning of uncompleted projects by the immediate past administration of Mr. Godwin Obaseki, describing the move as a disservice to Edo people and a clear attempt to mask inefficiency.

During an inspection of the Stella Obasanjo Hospital and the Education Hub Complex at Iyaro, Governor Okpebholo expressed shock over the extent of uncompleted work in facilities that were publicly declared “commissioned” under the last administration. He however, promised to complete the projects and ensure they function before the end of the year.

While speaking at the event, the governor explained that his visit was to obtain first-hand information on the condition of infrastructure across key sectors, particularly health and education. He added that, his administration is committed to restoring integrity in governance by completing all abandoned projects for the benefit of Edo citizens.

He stated, “I do not know why the previous administration commissioned this hospital when work was still ongoing, it is wrong to mislead the people with such gestures. Our duty is to finish what was started and ensure that Edo people get full value for every naira spent.”

The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, who led the Governor around the facility, disclosed that the hospital was barely 60 percent completed, noting that many of the hospital beds were old and recycled from the previous structure.

Governor Okpebholo reiterated his commitment to completing the hospital before Christmas, assuring the facility would be fully equipped, while noting that the theater and administrative blocks were incomplete..