Zubairu Emerges Etsako Central Legislative Council Speaker, Thanks Okpebholo, Leaders, Councillors
Hon. Suleiman Zubairu, the newly elected Speaker of the Etsako Central Local Government Area Legislative Council in Edo State, has expressed profound appreciation to political leaders, fellow councillors, stakeholders and residents for their support and confidence in his emergence.
Zubairu, in an appreciation message, particularly commended the Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for providing an enabling environment for the successful conduct of the local government elections and the peaceful transition and handover process.
He said the governor’s leadership had contributed significantly to strengthening democracy and grassroots governance across Edo State.
The new Speaker also appreciated the Executive Chairman of Etsako Central LGA, Hon. Mrs. Sadoh Vera, for her support, encouragement and confidence in him.
He acknowledged the Member representing Etsako Central Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon. Barr. Ahmed Waziri Oshomah, as well as his leader, Barr. Donald Boih, for their leadership, encouragement and unwavering support throughout the process.
Zubairu further appreciated the Etsako Central APC Local Government Chairman, Elder Waziri Oshomah, the Royal Father of Ekperi Kingdom, and other political leaders and stakeholders, including Hon. Joseph Ugheoke, Barr. Damian Lawani, Hon. Paschal Ugbome, Hon. Salihu Ahmed Rufai and Hon. Seffiyat Ibrahim.
He also extended his gratitude to party leaders, elders, youths, women and supporters across Etsako Central for their prayers, goodwill and contributions towards his emergence.
The Speaker reserved special commendation for his fellow councillors for trusting him with the leadership of the legislative council, saying their decision to place the collective interest of Etsako Central above personal interests would help strengthen the council and promote effective representation.
He assured the councillors that he would reciprocate their confidence through fair, inclusive, responsible and purposeful leadership.
Zubairu described his emergence as Speaker not merely as a position but as a call to service and a responsibility to the people.
He pledged to promote effective legislation, accountability, peace, unity, development and people-oriented leadership throughout his tenure.
He also promised to uphold fairness, transparency, inclusiveness and respect for the rule of law while working closely with the executive arm of the council, fellow councillors, traditional institutions, party leadership, community leaders and other stakeholders.
According to him, placing the collective interest of Etsako Central above personal considerations would be essential to achieving meaningful and sustainable development in the local government area.
Zubairu concluded by thanking everyone who contributed to his emergence through prayers, support, encouragement and goodwill, assuring them that their support would remain deeply appreciated.
He prayed for continued blessings upon Governor Okpebholo, political leaders, councillors, stakeholders and the people of Etsako Central, Edo State and Nigeria.
