Following the upcoming gubernatorial election in Edo state, the people of Edo State resident in Abuja have purchased an Expression of Interest and Nomination Form for Governor Godwin Obaseki from the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The form, according to the group made of mostly youths, was purchased at the cost of N12million from the party.
Speaking while purchasing the form at the Party's National Secretariat on Wednesday in Abuja, Edo Youths spokesman, Albert Evbuomwuan, stated Eolites resident in Abuja have taken it upon themselves to choose a most credible platform for their Governor towards the coming election.
To this effect, they have decided to purchase the expression of interest/nomination form of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the embattled governor of their state.
Smith Osazele, from Esan East, revealed that they are ready to support Obaseki. Noting that what they need is a governor hat will lead the state to progress.
Mr Nzekwesi Samuel Emeka. PA to ADC National Chairman, said that the Covid-19 pandemic has exposed the weakness in leadership across board in the country noting that governance in Edo state and other state has derailed.
He commended the people of Edo State for purchasing the ADC governorship form saying that the party stands as a credible alternative for Obaseki to achieve his second term ambition.
The ADC State Chairman, FCT, Hon. Ndukwa Lawrence, said that the Edo youth have taken a very bold steps to rescue Edo state.He recalled that during the 2016 campaign, Oshiomhole told the people that ‘Godwin Obaseki is a good man and because of his name, he will win.’
According to him, the youth are at liberty to choose the person they feel is the best to rule them.
“In ADC we leave the right to choose the leader in the hands of the people. If he (Governor Obaseki) contest in ADC he will win and do better than PDP or APC".
He accused both the ruling APC and the major opposition party of the imposition of candidates, adding, “God will make it possible for Obaseki to win, we will support you.” Edo 2020:
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