By Abimbola Ogunnaike
Two of the governorship aspirants in the just concluded All Progressive Congress governorship primary in Edo State, Dr Ernest Umakhihe and Prince Clem Agba, have congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo for being nominated as the party’s standard bearer for the forthcoming September 21, 2024 governorship election in state .
Agba, in a statement titled, ‘My Stand on the Outcome of APC’s Governorship Primary Election, said he has decided to work in the best interest of the party “as a loyal party man”.
“I have called Senator Monday Okpebholo to congratulate him on his candidature and assure him of my support in the journey to Osadebe Avenue.
“I, therefore, use this medium to call on my supporters to join me in working with Senator Monday Okpebholo for the Party’s governorship election victory in September. Let us do what is best for our Party to secure victory in Edo State.
“Also, let me thank all the members of my campaign council and team for a well-run race. We were able to elevate the conversation and show that there is hope and a place for the right policies and initiatives to transform our state.
“I want to thank all aspirants for giving a good contest and showing that Edo APC is well and truly alive.
“To the other aspirants, our supporters, and members of the Party, while each of us might have one issue or another with the process so far, we must, in the interest of the Party, come together, unite and fight to win the general elections.
“We must ensure that APC Edo remains united because that is the only path to victory. It is a long road ahead, but undoubtedly one that spells well for the future of Edo State. It is my wish that together, we can heal and forge a path forward as the general elections approach.
“Finally, I want to thank every one of my supporters for your unwavering support and belief in our vision. Your passion and dedication have been the driving force behind my campaign, and I am genuinely grateful to each of you.
“Once again, I congratulate the governorship candidate of our Party and wish him the wisdom and understanding to unite the Party towards our common goal.”
Umakhihe, in his own congratulatory message to Okpebholo, opined that APC has demonstrated the true meaning of internal democracy with Okpebholo’s election as the party’s candidate for the September 21, 2024 Edo Governorship Election.
“I salute the leadership and especially the victor, who have emerged from the exercise,” he said.
“As you prepare to commence the campaign activities, please be assured of my support.
“May God grant you the wisdom and strength to carry the banner of the APC to victory,” Umakhihe said.
