The Edo State Commissioner of Communication and Orientation, Chris Osa Nehikhare, has called on Edo people to reject the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the coming state governorship election stating that Edo deserves builders not destroyers.
This was contained in a statement signed and made available to the press earlier today in Benin City.
According to the statement,
“Dear fellow citizens,
I feel compelled to bring to your attention a concerning statement made by a former governor and leader of the opposition APC, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, during a recent campaign event. The former governor has publicly announced his intention to destroy the Benin City Mall, which, with his limited ability, still refers to as shoprite.
“It is evident that this threat stems from a place of personal vendetta against Edo people who are enjoying the mall and have consistently rejected his party’s candidates and jealousy towards the current governor and the progress that has been made in our state.
“As residents, we must consider the implications of supporting and voting for a party and led by an individual who resorts to such destructive and irresponsible behaviour.
“I urge you to weigh your options and consider the future of our state when casting your vote. You must vote for a party that wants to build and not destroy. It now makes sense why as Governor, Oshiomhole let the State secretariat complex to rot. Why he neglected the Ministry of Education in Iyaro in a state of ruination, why college of Agriculture Iguoriakhi was no more than ̈ a glorified poultry farm, why college of nursing was abandoned. I could go on and on.
“Let us not allow personal grudges and unfulfilled ambitions to dictate the direction of our State.
“Together, we can choose leaders who prioritize the well-being and development of our state over personal agendas.
He therefore pleaded with the electorates to shun emotive transactions but to put the interest of the state above every other consideration
“Please think critically and consider the best interests of our state when making your decision at the polls. Let us stand united in support of progress, unity, and a brighter future for EdoState.
“Only the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP stands for unity, progress and à brighter future. Its candidate, Barr. Asue Ighodalo is a builder. Evidence abound of the businesses and lives he has built.
“We must reject APC… EDO STATE DESERVE BÙILDERS NOT DESTROYERS”, the statement concluded.
