Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has presented cheques totaling over N200 million to 47 families of deceased state workers, as part of the state’s implementation of the Group Life Insurance Scheme in partnership with Tangerine Life Insurance.
The governor also announced scholarships for one member of each bereaved family, saying the gesture was driven by compassion and a commitment to support families who lost their loved ones in active service.
“This is not just about insurance; it is about goodness,” Okpebholo said. “The important thing is that you receive your entitlements because of the painful loss you have suffered. Today, we are supporting you further by giving scholarships to one member of each family. This is our way of ensuring you are not left behind.”
He commended Tangerine Life Insurance for its partnership and efficiency, noting that it has helped position Edo State as one of the leading states in pension and insurance reforms.
Managing Director/CEO of Tangerine Life Insurance, Kehinde Borisade, praised the governor for transforming Edo State into a model for pension reform and workers’ welfare.
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“In implementing the Pension and Insurance Acts, Edo State stands out as one of the leading states, if not the leading state,” Borisade said. “Your Excellency has shown rare leadership by caring not only for active workers, but also for the families of those who have passed on. Few states in Nigeria do this.”
In a related development, Governor Okpebholo also commissioned five vehicles donated to the Edo Command of the Nigeria Correctional Service to enhance the movement of suspects and defendants to court.
“If inmates cannot get to court, they cannot get justice. This is why we responded immediately,” the governor said while handing over the vehicles.
Controller Sunday Oyakhire received the vehicles on behalf of the Correctional Service and the Controller-General, expressing gratitude for the support.