It was a glorious occasion as Hon.
Bright Afure Abeke, Executive Chairman Sapele Local Government area celebrate One year Anniversary in office today at the Sapele local government Secretariat .
The occasion witness the presence of dignitaries from all walks of like, as well as residents of Sapele from all Communities that made up Sapele Local Government area.
Speaking at the occasion, Hon. Bright Abeke recognized his amiable wife, Chief Mrs. Diana Abeke, The Vice Chairman Sapele Local Government, The leader and Councillors Sapele LGA, The Chairman of APC, Sapele Local Government area, Leaders of the great party present, Religious leaders, Members of the press, and all present.
Abeke said It is with profound humility and immense gratitude that he address the gathering today, marking the first anniversary of his tenure as the Executive Chairman of the Sapele Local Government Council, pointing out that this occasion is not merely a commemoration of time passed, but a celebration of shared progress, collective resilience, and the unwavering spirit of our people.
First and foremost, Abeke give all glory to God Almighty for His divine guidance and strength which have been his anchor through the triumphs and trials of the past year. Without God's grace, the journey would have been insurmountable.
"To the leadership of our great party, I express my deepest appreciation. Your trust and steadfast support have been instrumental in enabling us to pursue our vision for a better Sapele. I am especially grateful to our dynamic and visionary governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, fondly known as the Duke of the MORE Agenda. His unwavering commitment to development and people-centered governance has served as a beacon for us all."
To the people of Sapele, Abeke said he is eternally grateful. Your trust, your voices, and your engagement have been the cornerstone of our administration. It is your belief in our shared vision that fuels our determination to serve with integrity, transparency, and purpose.
He said as we look back on the past 12 months, we do so with pride and a sense of accomplishment. This has been a year of laying foundations of initiating transformative projects, and of rekindling hope in the hearts of our people.
Each of these initiatives was born from the voices of the people and executed with their welfare at heart.
He noted that while we celebrate our milestones, we are acutely aware that the journey is far from over. As the saying goes, "Rome was not built in a day", and that his vision for Sapele is grand, and the path to achieving it requires sustained effort, unity, and divine guidance.
Abeke urge all stakeholders-traditional leaders, community heads, youth groups, women organizations, and the private sector to continue partnering with the local government. It is only through unity that we can overcome challenges and achieve greatness.
The Council Boss stressed that the greatness of Sapele lies not only in its resources but in the resilience and ingenuity of its people. Together, we will restore Sapele to its rightful place of envy and glamour.
He concluded by reiterating his heartfelt thanks to every individual who has contributed to this journey, whether through words of encouragement, constructive criticism, or active participation in our programs.
Hon. Abeke urged all to move forward with renewed hope, unwavering faith, and a shared commitment to building a brighter, more prosperous Sapele.
Highlights of the occasion was presentation of gifts to individuals and groups in Sapele local government area.