The Peoples Democratic Party on Thursday, congratulated Governor Obaseki of Edo State, over the ‘Most Pension Friendly Governor Award,’ presented to him, by the Nigerian Union of Pensioners.
The PDP made the move via a post on its official X handle on Thursday, while reacting to the award.
Governor Obaseki had earlier on his X handle, announced the honour given to him, by the Union, noting that he was very grateful for the honour.
“I am immensely grateful to the Nigeria Union of Pensioners @NPensioners for honouring me with the ‘Most Pension Friendly Governor in Nigeria,’ award.
“I will continue to do all that is within my power to ensure that the welfare of our retirees and senior citizens in Edo State remains a top priority for the government,” Obaseki tweeted.
Reacting to the news, the major opposition party prayed that the recognition would spur him to continue with his people-oriented programmes and work towards a better society.
“Congratulations to His Excellency, @GovernorObaseki for this amazing award. May this recognition spur him to continue with his people-oriented programmes and work towards a better society for the good people of Edo State,” PDP tweeted.