BENIN CITY- Governor Godwin Obaseki says his administration has been able to hit the ball of governance to the desired destination for Edo people as he clocks six years in office.
He stated this after the ceremonial tee-off at the 6th Alaghodaro Golf tournament held at Benin Club Golf Course, GRA, Benin City.
Obaseki said his administration has used the last six years to reset a new direction for the government and the people of the State, setting it on the path of growth and development.
“The ball is close to where we wants to get it, and in everything we have done from education, sports, healthcare and in terms of restructuring the engine of government which is the civil service, I believe 6 years is enough to set a new direction.
“As we wind down our administration, emphasis will be on how to ensure that when we leave office, our reforms should be sustained. As Edo we will always progress that is why we have Alaghodaro.
According to the governor, golf is a game to determine if the person playing it is focused, patients or honest.
“Golf is a game to determine if the person is focused, patients or honest. I love golf because it help you focus. In golf you keep your eyes on the ball and let your eyes down. What is important in the game of golf is your ability to concentrate and strike that ball and put it where you wants it to be. Same is applicable to government particularly in politics were you experience a lot of distraction as everybody has their our view and ways want to do give directions.
“As the actor, you have to be clear in your mind where you wants to take your ball to. When you know where you wants to take the ball to, you just focus, keep your eyes on the ball and all your efforts, concentration would be on how to hit that balls and get it where you wants it to be, not minding the distractions.
“The tournament is to ensure our guest stay back and have some activities after the Edo Summit”.
