Benin, Edo – Former President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has commissioned the Edo State Secretariat Complex, on Sapele Road, Benin City, commending Governor Godwin Obaseki’s commitment to the progress and development of the State.

Jonathan also laid the foundation stone for the 1500-capacity Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Auditorium, which is being constructed at the Secretariat Complex.

Speaking on the new complex, Jonathan noted that the buildings are some of the best in Nigeria, commending the governor for his vision to complete the dream of late Dr. Samuel Ogbemudia, the then governor of Bendel State, who started the construction works.

He encouraged other governors to emulate Governor Obaseki in investing in the public and civil service and recruiting first class graduates into the service through automatic employment.

“I want to join the civil servants to thank you for your visionary leadership and improving their welfare and paying them N70,000 minimum wage. That is a wage that will actually take them home.

“If you have a vision, certainly you will find a way to overcome all challenges before you. Edo State workers are happy for your transformative leadership which has changed their lives for the better.”, Jonathan said