The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has congratulated Hon. Joseph Ikpea and Barr. Omosede Igbinedion on their resounding victories in the recently concluded Edo by-elections.

In a statement released by his Media Officer, Mr. Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele described the victories as a “clear affirmation of the people’s will and trust,” noting that both winners have the pedigree and proven track records to deliver effective representation.

“The people have eloquently spoken. Your victories are well-deserved, and I believe you will not fail us. We expect you to sponsor and support legislation that adds value to the lives of your constituents while attracting dividends of good governance,” Enabulele stated.

Highlighting the symbolic importance of their new mandates, Enabulele noted that both leaders are stepping into positions once held by Edo’s top political figures.

“Hon. Ikpea succeeds Governor Monday Okpebholo, while Barr. Igbinedion replaces Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa. These are big shoes to fill, requiring resilience, commitment, and determination,” he said.

He further commended Governor Okpebholo and Deputy Governor Idahosa for their support during the elections, stressing that the victories reflect the governor’s SHINE Agenda and his commitment to backing credible leaders.

Hon. Joseph Ikpea, running on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform, clinched the Edo Central Senatorial seat with 105,129 votes, defeating his PDP rival who polled 15,146 votes. Similarly, Barr. Omosede Igbinedion secured the Ovia Federal Constituency seat with 77,053 votes, leaving her PDP opponent far behind with 3,838 votes.