The New Building Materials Sellers Association of Nigeria, Edo Chapter, has attributed improved business conditions in the state to the administration of Gov. Monday Okpebholo, citing interventions in security, infrastructure and taxation.
The association’s President, Mr Gabriel Osahon, stated this on Tuesday when he led members to present an award of excellence to the Deputy Governor, Mr Dennis Idahosa at the Government House, Benin.
Osahon said the association’s decision to honour Idahosa was also motivated by his loyalty to the governor and contributions to the administration.
He said the state had witnessed improvements in security, roads, schools and the business environment since the government assumed office.
“Our business now is flourishing. It’s now going well without people harassing us the way it was before,” he said.
Osahon said the association considered the award an opportunity to appreciate the government’s efforts and encourage it to sustain its performance.
He disclosed that the association had also prepared an award for Okpebholo and was awaiting a date for its presentation.
The association’s president invited Idahosa to serve as special guest of honour at the grand finale of its Presidential Cup football competition scheduled for Dec. 6 at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) field.
He said the competition was organised to demonstrate the association’s support for President Bola Tinubu.
Responding, Idahosa thanked the association for the recognition, saying his achievements as deputy governor were made possible by the support of his principal.
“I cannot be a best deputy governor without the support of my principal,” he said.
Idahosa said the administration had prioritised security, infrastructure and policies to create a conducive environment for businesses.
He also said the government had addressed multiple taxation through the introduction of a centralised tax collection system in the state.
The deputy governor urged the association to sustain its relationship with the state government and support Tinubu’s re-election bid.
He said the government is seeking partnerships with reputable organisations to advance development in Edo.
Idahosa assured the association that he would seek an opportunity for its members to meet with the governor and promised to present an award to the group in recognition of its activities and partnership with the government.
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