Gamechanger for SMEs: LP’s Akpata Takes the Internet by Storm, Engages with Edo State Barbers (Video/Photos)

Gamechanger for SMEs: LP’s Akpata Takes the Internet by Storm, Engages with Edo State Barbers (Video/Photos)

Written By Oshiobugie John

Labour Party gubernatorial candidate, Olumide Osaigbovo Akpata, has repeatedly garnered praise this week for his compassion, humility, and commitment to transforming Edo State.

In a heartwarming video that has taken the internet by storm, Akpata is seen interacting with entrepreneurs in Edo State, listening firsthand to the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) under the current administration. The former NBA President also shared his vision for creating an enabling environment that will boost SMEs, drive economic growth, reduce crime by creating jobs, and foster prosperity.

In the viral video, entrepreneurs engaging one-on-one with their prospective governor chant, “Olu is our guy.”

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Watch the video below and tell us what excites you most: Akpata’s compassion, his humility as seen in his interactions with the barbers, or his vision to create an enabling environment where SMEs can thrive?