By Sharon Akuboh
The Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN), Edo State Council, has commended Gov. Monday Okpebholo for what it described as significant improvements in the state’s health sector.
The union’s Chairman, Mr Osaigie Ogbiede, gave the commendation when he led members of the union to pay a special appreciation visit to the governor at Government House, Benin, on Friday.
Ogbiede said the visit was to appreciate the governor’s commitment to the health sector and acknowledge the positive impact of his administration on health workers and healthcare delivery in the state.
He said the union had witnessed significant changes in the health sector since the governor assumed office.
He explained that some health facilities that previously faced challenges had received attention under the governor’s administration.
According to him, the administration’s interventions had strengthened the relationship between government and health workers and brought renewed confidence to workers in the sector.
“We have actually come here to say thank you for the impact you have made in the health sector.
“We know that no one will take us for granted because you have been closer to us, even beyond politics. We want to thank you for empowering the health sector,” he said.
Ogbiede also commended the governor for addressing some of the challenges confronting health workers, including salary disparities, promotions and other outstanding payments.
He said the governor’s interventions had helped to reposition the sector and improve the welfare and working conditions of health workers.
The union leader said the health workers were particularly grateful for the payment of arrears and the implementation of promotions, describing the development as unprecedented in the state.
He said the union was proud of the governor’s achievements and prayed for greater success in his second term.
Responding, Okpebholo thanked the health workers for taking time to appreciate his administration.
He maintained that the improvements recorded in the state were made possible by the support and sacrifices of President Bola Tinubu.
Okpebholo said the federal government’s reforms, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy, were difficult but necessary for the country’s development.
He said increased revenue to the state through improved economic activities and federal allocations would enable his administration to do more for workers and residents.
He assured the health workers that government resources belonged to the people and would continue to be deployed to improve their welfare and develop the state.
The governor also urged the workers to support the administration and use their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to support Tinubu in the 2027 election.
He expressed confidence that Edo would contribute significantly to the target of 2.5 million votes for the President.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of the Best Governor of the Decade Award to the governor by the chairman on behalf of the union.
This was contained in a statement signed by Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele
The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State
Friday, November 13,2026.