Edo State Government has held a praise festival to mark two years in office of Governor Monday Okpebholo, with Christian faithful and other residents gathering to offer prayers and thanksgiving for the state.
The programme featured praise and worship, choir ministrations, prophetic declarations and prayers for Governor Okpebholo, his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, and the state.
Officiating minister, David Abioye spoke on the theme “Ebenezer,” drawn from 1 Samuel 7:12. He commended the Governor for his administration’s developmental strides and willingness to allow God work through him while urging him to remain focused on the task ahead.
Songs of praise, worship and thanksgiving set the tone as people gather at the Edo Praise Festival 2026 to mark two years of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration, celebrating what they describe as God’s faithfulness and seeking His continued guidance for the state.
Beyond the commendation, Abioye told Okpebholo that two years in office should be seen as a point of transition, not arrival, urging him to remain focused and committed to the task ahead.
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For the worshippers present, the festival is also an opportunity to give thanks and pray for the continued peace and progress of Edo State.
The Governor appreciates the support of the people and acknowledges God’s place in the journey of his administration.
The Edo Praise Festival ends with thanksgiving and prayers for the Governor, his deputy, and the state, as the Okpebholo led government looks ahead to the years to come
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