Nigerians Slam Gov Okpebholo for Hosting Edo Investment Summit in UK, Call it a Waste
Nigerians criticized Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State for hosting an investment summit in Glasgow, UK, labeling it a waste of resources. Many questioned why the summit promoting diaspora partnerships and foreign capital wasn't held in Benin, the state capital.
The backlash on social media highlighted concerns about the cost and effectiveness of the event, with users questioning the governor's priorities and the return on investment. Governor Okpebholo defended the summit as a platform to showcase Edo's potential to international investors.
The criticism reflects public skepticism about the summit's location and expenses, raising doubts about its impact on the state's development.
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