On the joyous occasion of the annual Igue festival,, the leading aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP in the upcoming Edo State gubernatorial election,Mr Asue Ighodalo has extended his heartfelt felicitations to His Royal Highness, OMO N’OBA N’EDO UKU AKPOLOKPOLO, OBA EWUARE 11, the Oba of Benin and the esteemed people of Benin Kingdom.
In a felicitation message to the Benin Monarch which was sent to Truth Live News, Ighodalo noted that he is filled with gratitude for the rich cultural heritage and the unity that defines the great land of Benin. Adding that the Igue festive season is highly symbolic for the peace, love, and prosperity that it heralds yearly to the Benin kingdom and Edo state at large.
The PDP gubernatorial frontliner further expressed his joy for the season and prated for the kingdom; “I rejoice with His Royal Majesty OMO N’OBA N’EDO UKU AKPOLOKPOLO, OBA EWUARE 11 THE OBA OF BENIN.
“On the celebration of the Igue Festival, I pray for continued growth, Progress and advancement of the Great Benin Kingdom and ask that the Almighty God grants our Royal Father many more years of celebration in excellent health.
“OBA GHA TO KPERE, ISEEEE!”
Dr Ighodalo also used the occasion to express his commitment to fostering development, equity, and social cohesion within Edo State, hoping that, with the blessings of the Oba and the support of the people, he will strive to make the citizens and the state, an enviable one.