Edo South Leaders Back APC’s Okpebholo for Governorship
BENIN-CITY/Nigeria: Key leaders in Edo South have declared their support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, predicting an easy victory over his rivals from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP).
“Senator Monday Okpebholo is intellectually sound, results-driven, and humble. He attracts youth voters who are frustrated with high unemployment and lack of opportunity in the state,” said the leaders in a statement.
The leaders, under the auspices of the Edo South Unity and Advancement Forum (ESUAF), urged residents not to be swayed by what they described as the “evil antics” of those driven by unbridled ambition. Dr. Robert Idemudia, ESUAF Chairman, emphasized that Okpebholo’s candidacy is focused on keeping Edo State safe, wealthy, and free.
“The PDP is a dwindling party in Edo State. It will continue to dwindle until its relevance is eroded. APC is more united and determined to give Edo State good leadership,” Idemudia stated.
In their statement, the leaders accused Governor Godwin Obaseki of alarmist politics and failing to improve the quality of life for Edo residents. They argued that the current administration’s policies have exacerbated the state’s problems.
“Edo people are starting to recognize that real change is needed. The current administration hasn’t done anything to improve anybody’s quality of life, and the good people of Edo State are united against the People’s Democratic Party (PDP),” the statement read.
The leaders criticized the PDP government for allegedly mismanaging funds, resulting in unremarkable projects despite substantial spending. They called for a shift in governance to ensure a prosperous future for Edo State.
“Senator Monday Okpebholo is an asset to Edo State. His legislative experience in the National Assembly gives him a perspective on how to usher in economic and policy priorities that the other candidates don’t have. He is expected to improve Edo infrastructure, boost the economy, and enhance security,” they added.
The statement also urged Governor Obaseki to start preparing his handover report, highlighting Okpebholo’s political prowess, background, and experience as vital to Edo State’s progress.
“Edo State needs a governor with the fear of God and less greed. It needs someone with vision, sophistication, and exposure in the saddle to be able to make a difference. It needs a person with foresight and wherewithal to attract foreign investments. It needs a strong personality prepared to serve and not to steal. Senator Monday Okpebholo has ideas, understands the current challenges, and will push for policies that support job creation, quality education, massive industrialization, and agricultural development,” the statement concluded.
The leaders listed security, workers’ welfare, education, health, housing, road construction and rehabilitation, environmental issues, transportation, rural development, power plant projects, and water supply as priority areas for Okpebholo’s administration.
