JamzNG Latest News, Gist, Entertainment in Nigeria
*Okpebholo is the next governor of Edo State – Esan Youths*
“Esan youths in Edo State said on Saturday that the victory of Monday Okpebholo, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the September 21 gubernatorial election was a foregone conclusion.
“There is no alternative to Monday Okpebholo in the next governorship election,” they said. Okpebholo governorship, they said, was an idea whose time had come. “It is time to save Edo State from the brink of chaos and catastrophe. Monday Okpebholo will usher in transformation and accountability.
“Reading from a prepared text, the President-General of Esan Youths Movement, Pastor Jonathan Omozokpia, said Okpebholo’s governorship ambition was virtually signed, sealed and delivered. “Okpebholo has on Monday built a wide network of friends in Nigeria and abroad. He is a grassroots favourite and will undoubtedly win the September 21 gubernatorial election in Edo State.” The youths stressed that Okpebholo’s governorship ambition was in response to the clamour of well-meaning individuals, including traditional rulers, prominent politicians and Edo professionals in Nigeria and abroad.
“We want a governor who can lead a revival and lead Edo State away from backwardness to true greatness.” They dismissed Asue Ighodalo’s governorship ambition, describing him as a complete outsider and foreigner in Esanland. “Monday Okpebholo shares our values. Many people are tired of inept and selfish leaders who cannot dream big for Edo State. They are tired of mediocrity and selfishness.”
The youths also criticized Governor Godwin Obaseki for failing the good people of Edo State. “We must break away from the past and save Edo State from ruin. There has been too much rhetoric but not enough action in Edo State. There is a lot of regression in different areas.” They praised PDP members who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing their move as a “bold step towards redemption.”
