Kogi Governor Meets Shaibu To Rally Support For Okpebholo In Edo Elections

Kogi Governor Meets Shaibu To Rally Support For Okpebholo In Edo Elections

Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo has praised Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the September 21 Edo State governorship election, as a true embodiment of the state’s aspirations.

Ododo pledged to leverage his connections and cultural ties with the people of Edo to secure victory for the APC and its candidate.

In a statement released by his Special Adviser, Ismaila Isah, Ododo made this commitment at an APC youth rally held in Igarra, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, on Friday. During the event, Ododo was welcomed by former Edo State Deputy Governor Phillip Shaibu and vowed to rally support from the region’s youth and women.

He urged the people of Akoko-Edo to avoid violence and stand firm against intimidation, emphasizing that Okpebholo would continue the legacy of excellent governance set by former Governor Adams Oshiomhole. Ododo assured that the APC and Okpebholo would prioritize the welfare of the people, as demonstrated by his administration in Kogi State.

Ododo, who spoke in both English and Ebira, commended the peaceful conduct of the Akoko-Edo residents during the campaign and promised that their support would be rewarded if the APC wins the governorship election.

He has now arrived in Benin City, Edo State’s capital, in preparation for the APC’s grand finale campaign rally on Saturday, where he is set to address the crowd alongside other party leaders in a final push for victory.