He identified inclusion, unity, accountability, flexibility, and transparency as key pillars of democratic governance.
The speaker also called for compassion and generosity toward the less privileged during the celebrations.
The Edo House of Assembly has given the Benin Electricity Distribution Company four months to address a persistent poor power supply.
The Edo governor commended the assembly’s contributions to Edo’s progress, highlighting the construction of the state’s first flyover.
Mr Agbebaku said the decision became necessary amidst public outcry and protests.
Chairman of the state Sports Commission, Desmond Enabulele, said sports remain the fastest vehicle to empower youths.
The governor said, “There will be no hiding place for criminals in our land.’’
Mr Agbebaku raised serious concerns over the deplorable state of the Benin-Auchi road.
The bill was considered and adopted after a clause-by-clause correction at the committee of the whole in Benin.
The projects are the Radisson Blu Hotel and the Edo Museum of West African Art (EMOWAA).
