Edo APC Governorship Candidate, Calls For Unity Ahead Of September Election

Edo APC Governorship Candidate, Calls For Unity Ahead Of September Election

Senator Monday Okpebholo, victor of Thursday’s re-run All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Edo State, has issued a rallying cry for reconciliation within the party ranks as preparations intensify for the forthcoming governorship election in September……READ ALSO New Leadership, New Era: APC Swaps Uzodinma For Otu in Edo Primary Committee

In an impassioned acceptance speech delivered in Abuja on Saturday, Okpebholo urged aspirants and party members to set aside their differences and rally behind the APC’s quest to reclaim Edo State.

Emerging victorious with a resounding 12,433 votes, Senator Okpebholo’s triumph in the fiercely contested primary underscores his determination to lead the charge for change in the state.

Acknowledging the pivotal role played by key figures including President Bola Tinubu, National Chairman of the APC Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, and former Edo Governor Adams Oshiomhole, Okpebholo emphasized the importance of unity and solidarity in securing victory for the APC.

In a heartfelt tribute to Oshiomhole, whom he regards as a mentor and leader despite past differences, Okpebholo expressed confidence in Oshiomhole’s leadership in steering the party towards success in the upcoming election.

With the primary behind them, Okpebholo called on his fellow aspirants, party leaders, and the people of Edo State to unite in their shared goal of ushering in a new era of development and progress. He emphasized the need to prioritize the welfare and aspirations of the people above all else, signaling a departure from past governance styles that neglected the needs of the populace.

In a final plea for unity, Okpebholo urged his colleagues to join hands in the noble endeavor of revitalizing Edo State, promising a government guided by principles of equity, justice, and inclusive development.

As the APC family in Edo State rallies behind Senator Okpebholo’s candidacy, the stage is set for a spirited campaign aimed at restoring hope and prosperity to the people of Edo.