By Ehichioya Steve Odion
Former Nigeria President, Dr. Goodluck Ebelle Jonathan has described Gov. Godwin Obaseki as a visionary leader who knew what to do as soon as he assumed office as governor.
He further said that Edo needs someone who will continue with Governor Obaseki's legacy come September 21.
Goodluck Jonathan made this assertion today in Benin City during the commissioning of the State Secretariat Complex in Benin City.
He praised him on the reform of the civil service and for prioritizing the welfare of the civil servants, adding that he has redefined the political system in the state by engaging competent heads to drive the process.
Continuing, the former President noted that Nigeria needs politicians and governors like Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, who has the vision to groom intellectuals, bring about development to the people in his effort to enthroning good governance.
He said that while other state governments were finding it difficult to pay the National minimum wage, Obaseki had gone ahead to pay N70,000 minimum wage to Edo workers, which according to him has distinguished him from among his colleagues.
Jonathan, who expressed satisfaction with the developmental projects embarked by the governor, said Obaseki is doing well in the state as his government has positively improved the welfare of the people, particularly the state workforce.
He expressed dismay that some governors in the country were busy building armies of hooligans who they use to cause mayhems during elections in their desperate bids to remain in power. He however urged them to rather encourage the youths to be educated so that they could be assets to the country.
The former president said
before this time, civil servants were taking what could not take them home, but Obaseki has changed that in Edo by paying what is reasonable and that can take them home.
“For you to build a state, you have to build the people. I have to sincerely appreciate that vision. Let me join the civil servants in Edo State to thank you for improving their welfare.
"Of course, before this time, civil servants have been going home with salaries that can not take them home. Now, you are paying them salaries that take them home.” Jonathan said.Edo Needs Someone Who Has Vision To Continue The Legacy Of Gov. Obaseki -- Jonathan
By Ehichioya Steve Odion
Former Nigeria President, Dr. Goodluck Ebelle Jonathan has described Gov. Godwin Obaseki as a visionary leader who knew what to do as soon as he assumed office as governor.
He further said that Edo needs someone who will continue with Governor Obaseki's legacy come September 21.
Goodluck Jonathan made this assertion today in Benin City during the commissioning of the State Secretariat Complex in Benin City.
He praised him on the reform of the civil service and for prioritizing the welfare of the civil servants, adding that he has redefined the political system in the state by engaging competent heads to drive the process.
Continuing, the former President noted that Nigeria needs politicians and governors like Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, who has the vision to groom intellectuals, bring about development to the people in his effort to enthroning good governance.
He said that while other state governments were finding it difficult to pay the National minimum wage, Obaseki had gone ahead to pay N70,000 minimum wage to Edo workers, which according to him has distinguished him from among his colleagues.
Jonathan, who expressed satisfaction with the developmental projects embarked by the governor, said Obaseki is doing well in the state as his government has positively improved the welfare of the people, particularly the state workforce.
He expressed dismay that some governors in the country were busy building armies of hooligans who they use to cause mayhems during elections in their desperate bids to remain in power. He however urged them to rather encourage the youths to be educated so that they could be assets to the country.
The former president said
before this time, civil servants were taking what could not take them home, but Obaseki has changed that in Edo by paying what is reasonable and that can take them home.
“For you to build a state, you have to build the people. I have to sincerely appreciate that vision. Let me join the civil servants in Edo State to thank you for improving their welfare.
"Of course, before this time, civil servants have been going home with salaries that can not take them home. Now, you are paying them salaries that take them home.” Jonathan said.
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