President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for his efforts in reviving and promoting healthcare services in Edo State. The President noted that Governor Okpebholo is ensuring that the people of Edo State receive the best healthcare services available.

In a statement, the Chief Press Secretary to Edo State Governor, Fred Itua, revealed that President Tinubu spoke through the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Ishaq Salako, during a visit to Edo State Government House. Itua stated that Dr. Salako led a delegation to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the take-off of a National Obstetrics Fistula Centre in Benin City. The Centre will treat cases of Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF).

Dr. Salako praised Governor Okpebholo’s administration, saying, “We struggled from May 2023 till November 2024 before you became the Governor of Edo State, but in about three months, we have achieved what we could not achieve in about 24 months.” He also noted that Governor Okpebholo has provided a 24-hectare land for the permanent centre.

Fred Itua added that Governor Okpebholo thanked President Tinubu for changing the narrative of Edo State, saying the people will continue to appreciate him for his development-oriented projects. Governor Okpebholo emphasized that health is crucial to Edo people and that the centre will serve not only the State but also the zone and neighboring states.

Fred Itua stated that Governor Okpebholo assured that the hospital will commence soon, with the Edo State Government supporting the centre. The Governor expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for choosing Edo State as the location for the National Obstetrics Fistula Centre.