Sir Dr. Lucky Eseigbe Lauds Acting Chairman Blessing Ebhodaghe’s New Year Engagement, Describes It as a Catalyst for Unity and Strategic Governance

Sir Dr. Lucky Eseigbe Lauds Acting Chairman Blessing Ebhodaghe’s New Year Engagement, Describes It as a Catalyst for Unity and Strategic Governance

Urbanscoopnews reporting

Ekpoma, Edo State — January 1, 2026

The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development in Edo State and House of Representatives hopeful for Esan West, Esan Central, and Igueben Federal Constituency, Sir Dr. Lucky Eseigbe, Esq., has commended the Acting Chairman of Esan West Local Government Area, Hon. Blessing Albert Ebhodaghe, for hosting a New Year celebration he described as timely, strategic, and deeply unifying.

Sir Dr. Eseigbe gave the commendation on Thursday, January 1, 2026, while speaking with journalists at the New Year gathering hosted by Hon. Ebhodaghe at his residence in Ekpoma. The event brought together political leaders, traditional stakeholders, community influencers, and well-wishers from across Esan West Local Government Area to usher in the New Year in an atmosphere of peace, gratitude, and renewed commitment to collective progress.

According to Sir Dr. Eseigbe, the celebration went beyond festivity, serving as a purposeful platform for strengthening cohesion, fostering dialogue, and setting a shared vision for governance and development in the year ahead.

“This initiative by the Acting Chairman is highly commendable,” Sir Dr. Eseigbe stated. “It promotes unity, cohesion, peace, and strategic engagement among stakeholders. Governance thrives where leaders intentionally create opportunities for people to come together, reflect, and align on shared goals.”

He noted that such engagements are critical at the grassroots level, where leadership visibility, accessibility, and inclusiveness directly influence stability and sustainable development.

Sir Dr. Eseigbe further praised Hon. Ebhodaghe’s leadership approach, describing it as people-centered and reflective of a deep understanding of the socio-political dynamics of Esan West.

“Hon. Blessing Ebhodaghe has consistently demonstrated an inclusive leadership style. This New Year engagement reflects his commitment to harmony, collaboration, and forward-looking governance, which are essential for meaningful development,” he added.

The New Year celebration featured prayers for peace and progress, goodwill messages from stakeholders, and interactions aimed at reinforcing cooperation among political and community leaders within the local government area.

In his remarks at the event, Hon. Ebhodaghe expressed gratitude to all guests for their presence and reaffirmed his dedication to people-oriented governance, unity, and sustainable development in Esan West throughout 2026.

Sir Dr. Eseigbe concluded by expressing optimism that such initiatives would strengthen trust between leaders and the people, noting that unity and strategic collaboration remain the foundation for achieving lasting progress across Esanland and Edo State at large.