COURTESY CALL: STRENGTHENING TIES FOR A GREENER AND BEAUTIFUL EDO
In a gesture of goodwill and unity, the Chairman of Uhunmwonde Local Government Council, Hon. Austin Imafidon, alongside his Vice Chairman, Hon. Agie Joseph, paid a courtesy visit to the Managing Director of the Edo State Parks and Gardens Agency, Pastor Stanley-Dave Ighodaro. The visit, marked by warmth and mutual respect, reflected a shared commitment to collaboration, community development, and environmental transformation in line with the vision of a greener and more beautiful Edo State.
Pastor Stanley-Dave Ighodaro, a visionary leader and devoted servant of the people, has continued to strengthen partnerships with various government agencies, local government chairmen, and community leaders to ensure the state’s environment reflects the beauty and glory captured in the Edo Anthem — “Beautiful Edo, Glorious Edo.” His leadership at the Parks and Gardens Agency has not only revived the culture of environmental consciousness but also repositioned the agency as a key driver of urban renewal, beautification, and green infrastructure development across the state.
Under his stewardship, the agency has embarked on strategic initiatives aimed at transforming public spaces, beautifying major roads, and creating eco-friendly parks that promote leisure, tourism, and healthy living. Pastor Ighodaro’s proactive engagement with local councils, private organizations, and residents demonstrates his belief that building a greener Edo requires collective responsibility and active participation from all stakeholders. His collaborative approach is inspiring a new environmental movement rooted in cleanliness, order, and sustainability.
The visit by the Uhunmwonde Council leadership further reinforces the bond between the agency and grassroots governance, ensuring that the state’s environmental goals are harmoniously implemented from the local to the state level. As Pastor Ighodaro continues to connect with key partners and government institutions, his unwavering commitment to a “Beautiful Edo, Glorious Edo” stands as a shining example of visionary leadership — one that blends heritage, service, and shared responsibility for a greener tomorrow.
