From Tony Osauzo, Benin
The deputy governor of Edo State, Hon Dennis Idahosa, has promised that the Monday Okpebholo-led administration will open up riverine communities in the state for sustainable development.
He made the promise during the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally for next Saturday Ovia federal constituency bye-election at Inikorogha in Ovia South West Local Government Area.
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Idahosa told the gathering that the new administration is keen to see development across the nooks and crannies of the state, saying that all that was needed from the people was support and for them to be patient with the nine month old government.
He described the Inikorogha community as a peace loving people thay had always supported him politically and otherwise.
The deputy who was adorned by the community in their traditional regalia said, “I have always seen myself as one of your own even before your acceptance of me with this traditional attire.
“All I need from you is massive votes in support for the APC candidate and our governor on Saturday”, he appealed.
He assured the community that the APC candidate is going to continue with the good work he put up as the representative before his election as deputy governor, adding “Our candidate, Omosede Igbinedion, is not a neophyte in the business of lawmaking. The party chose her because we are sure of her capacity to deliver.”
On her part, the candidate, Omosede Igbinedion, while addressing the people, promised to synergise with the deputy governor to bring laudable projects to Ovia federal constituency.
Simirlarly, a chieftain of the party in the community, Ambassador Okubo Robert, promised delivery of 100 percent votes for the party.
He noted that the Inikorogha community had always supported the APC in every elections, assuring that Saturday bye-election will not be any different.
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