Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Friday led a delegation of government officials and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on a condolence visit to the Okao of Ologbo, Emmanuel Iyase, following the death of his wife, Mrs. Mandaline Iyase.
The visit brought together top political figures in the state and was marked by expressions of sympathy and support for the bereaved family.
Speaking during the visit, Governor Okpebholo said he was accompanied by key stakeholders, including local government officials and party leaders, to personally commiserate with Chief Iyase over the loss.
“I’m here with my local government chairman and other party leaders as a group to sympathize with you over the death of your wife. It is painful, but you have to bear it,” the governor said, while urging the family to find strength in the face of grief.
He further encouraged the bereaved to remain resilient, noting that despite the difficulty of the moment, it was important to move forward and trust in God for comfort and healing.
Responding on behalf of the family, Chief Iyase, who also serves as APC Chairman of Egor Local Government Area, expressed gratitude to the governor for the visit, describing it as a rare demonstration of empathy and leadership.
A family representative said the monarch deeply appreciated the governor’s presence, noting that such a gesture would be remembered for years to come.
“We want to salute you for the courage to come and see us in this period of our grief. It has not been easy for us. Your personal presence here is an uncommon record,” the family stated.
Other dignitaries present during the visit included the Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa; the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor; APC State Chairman, Jarrett Tenebe; and APC State Secretary, Lawrence Okah, among others.
The visit, according to a statement signed by Patrick Akhere Ebojele, underscores the administration’s commitment to standing with party members and community leaders during moments of personal loss.
