The All Progressive Congress (APC) leaders, led by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Imo Governor Hope Uzodima, Cross River Governor Bassey Edet Otu, Ondo Governor Lucky Oyedatiwa, and Nassarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule, were in Benin City yesterday, pledging to wrest power from the Peoples Democratic Party.
Speaking at the University of Benin Indoors Sports Complex, Ugbowo Campus, Shettima emphasized the need for Edo State to have a visionary leader with a compassionate heart.
He highlighted that problem-solving ability, not physical appearance, determines intelligence.
Shettima expressed full confidence in Senator Monday Okpebholo and his running mate, Dennis Idahosa, to bring democratic benefits to the people of the state.
Shettima encouraged the populace to participate in voting for the APC candidates on September 21.
Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, also expressed his confidence in Okpebholo and his running mate, Dennis Idahosa, to fulfill their electoral responsibilities.
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Akpabio emphasized the importance of performance over mere eloquence, stating that actions speak louder than words.
He praised Okpebholo’s track record as a senator, affirming his capability to deliver democratic benefits effectively.
Adams Oshiomhole, the senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, criticized Governor Godwin Obaseki for being insensitive to the state’s residents and highlighted the lack of significant achievements during his eight-year tenure as governor.
Umar Ganduje, the party’s national chairman, expressed concerns about the mismanagement of the state over the past eight years, citing issues such as insecurity and unemployment. He emphasized the need to vote for the APC to address these challenges and bring about positive change.
Okpebholo mentioned that he would employ 5000 teachers within his 100 days in office as governor of the state.
He also reassured market women of access to soft loans to enhance their businesses and committed to constructing primary healthcare centers in all 192 wards of the state.
