Marcus Onobun claimed the ward results across the constituency showed he won the election.
“The governor is not a true reflection of Edo people. His outburst does not define us,” Mr Ifaluyi-Isibor.
Mr Okpebholo said Mr Obi would be responsible for any security breach that occurred in the state if he failed to heed his advice.
“It is my desire to see an Esan man become Edo Governor in 2024.”
Encouraging messages were said to have poured in from parliamentary colleagues as the lawmaker continued to fight for his life in an undisclosed medical facility.
Mr Idaiye noted that the academy would equip workers with research tools to enhance effective service delivery.
Meanwhile, the parliament deferred the consideration of the bill for a law to repeal the Edo State Development and Property Agency Law 2018.
Assembly members believe that the bill will encourage modern ranching and create wealth for the state.
