Lagos, Nigeria — February 14, 2026
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has been honoured with the Governor of the Year (Education) Award by New Telegraph.
The award was presented on February 13, 2026, during the newspaper’s annual awards ceremony held at the Grand Ballroom of Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
According to the organisers, the recognition was based on the governor’s performance in the education sector since assuming office. The award highlights policy direction, funding commitments, and reforms aimed at strengthening access to quality education across Edo State.
Governor Okpebholo’s administration has introduced targeted education initiatives focused on infrastructure upgrades, improved teacher support, and increased institutional funding. Stakeholders within the state’s education sector describe the reforms as deliberate steps toward rebuilding and repositioning public education.
The New Telegraph Awards is an annual platform that recognises public officials, corporate leaders, and institutions for sector-specific impact and governance performance.
In his response, Governor Okpebholo dedicated the award to the people of Edo State, stating that education remains central to his administration’s development agenda.
For Vos TV News, this recognition places Edo State among states currently drawing national attention for education sector reforms, though long-term outcomes will ultimately determine the depth and sustainability of the impact.
