Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo has described the reforms embarked upon by the administration of President Bola Tinubu as a gradual process, saying sustainable development cannot be achieved through magic.

Mr Okpebholo stated this while addressing members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at a solidarity walk on Wednesday in Benin.

The walk was organised by the Support Group Directorate of the APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) on Wednesday in Benin.

The governor highlighted some of the achievements of his administration and the support received from Mr Tinubu, including the establishment of the 83 Army Division, dual carriageways in Ekpoma and road infrastructure across the state, among others.

He said the federal government had provided resources that enabled Edo to implement various projects and programmes across the state.

The governor said genuine development required patience, planning and consistent efforts, rather than expecting immediate transformation.

Mr Okpebholo recalled the federal government’s decision to remove the fuel subsidy, noting that such major reforms required time to produce the desired results.

He said the reforms being implemented by the Tinubu administration would gradually transform Nigeria and improve the lives of citizens.

Mr Okpebholo thanked Edo residents who came out to support his administration, saying their presence demonstrated their confidence in his leadership.

On his part, the director of the Support Group Directorate, Silas Agara, commended Okpebholo for his developmental strides across the state.

Mr Agara said that Mr Okpebholo was the first governor to have identified with them and, as such, they were very grateful.

 (NAN)