Oshiomhole Affirms Friendship with Obaseki Despite Political Variances

• Despite political differences, Adams Oshiomhole emphasizes friendship with Governor Godwin Obaseki, urging leaders to treat each other respectfully and with care
• Oshiomhole acknowledges diverse opinions but underscores a collective commitment to Edo State’s citizens, transcending political affiliations at the Alaghodaro Summit

Former Governor of Edo State, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, and the current Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, may have political differences, but Oshiomhole emphasizes their continued friendship. Speaking at the 2023 Alaghodaro Summit, Oshiomhole thanked Obaseki for hosting the event and invited him, highlighting the importance of treating each other respectfully despite differing opinions.

“Being friends doesn’t mean we can’t disagree or have different opinions, but we must treat ourselves with love and care,” Oshiomhole stated. He urged leaders to approach differences without creating an atmosphere of conflict, emphasizing that diverse options should not lead to hostility. Oshiomhole acknowledged the significance of the Office of the Governor, expressing high regard for both the office and Obaseki himself.

While acknowledging their political divergence, Oshiomhole pointed out the collective commitment to the citizens of Edo State, transcending political affiliations. The Alaghodaro Summit, an annual event marking Governor Obaseki’s anniversary in office, serves as a platform to showcase the state’s progress in becoming an investment hub. Oshiomhole’s affirmation of friendship despite political variances contributes to the narrative of fostering unity and collaboration for the state’s greater good.

Reps ask telecom firms to impact host communities

The House of Representatives Committee on Telecommunications on Friday urged the executive committee of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria to prevail on telecommunication operators in the country to impact their host communities positively through corporate social responsibility.

The Chairman of the Committee and member representing Akoko-Edo Federal Constituency, Edo State, Peter Akpatason, made the request at an interactive session with ATCON executive members who were at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, on a courtesy visit.

He further stated that the legislature will work collaboratively with the executive arm of government and investors in the telecommunications sector to find amicable solutions to some of the major challenges in the operating environment.

He pledged his readiness to set up a committee comprising both the House members and the industry operators to ensure that issues of security, investment in critical infrastructure, and enabling legislation are properly addressed.