...Promises better Edo after 16 years of active participation
From our political desk, Benin
Dr. Asue Ighodalo; a lawyer and economist on Wednesday, 17 January, 2024 in Benin formally declared his intent to run for the Edo State Governorship election, on the platform of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
This is coming ahead of the Governorship primary election of the Party in Edo State, billed for February 22, 2024.
While making his declaration at the PDP Secretariat in the State Capital; Ighodalo asserts his intention is based on his deep understanding of the every day yearnings of the people.
He consequently promised to lead a Government committed to the elimination of deprivation in all forms, and making Edo the best place to live and work; in Nigeria.
Towards actualisation of this; Ighodalo assured that his administration will build and maintain high-quality roads across the State.
Adding, that no part of the State will develop without the necessary infrastructure to facilitate growth.
"As Governor, my mission will be to create an Edo State where hard work is rewarded and where our talented youths can turn their dreams and aspirations into reality.
"Our economic policies will uplift the poor, support the hard-working men and women of this State, and encourage entrepreneurship and innovation.
"I have been actively engaged with Edo State for the last 16 years. During the administration of former Governor Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, I served on the Economic Team, providing insights and puts on the development of key government policies, programmes and initiatives, leading to reforms implemented by the then Government."
Continuing; Ighodalo asserts, "My background, spanning from both the public and private sectors, has shaped my understanding of the systemic challenges our people face in Nigeria today.
"I understand at a deeply human level, the everyday struggles of our people; struggles just to make ends meet, to provide for their families, and to give their children a better life than they have had.
"These are the yearnings that fuel my commitment to serve Edo State, with my whole being!"
On his educational policy for the State, the high-flying PDP Governorship aspirant said his mission will be to create an Edo where quality education is accessible to all.
Promising to be the Chief Welfare Officer of the State; the Esan born astute financial expert said his administration would provide good and affordable healthcare, decent living conditions and basic food security for the people; including tackling the perennial challenge of insecurity.
"Ending insecurity will not only mean that we can protect our people, it will allow us to maximise the potential economic advantages of our rich cultural heritage.
"To improve access to electricity, we will invest in replicating the success of the Ossiomo independence power project, across the three senatorial districts and explore affordable ways of providing electricity in rural areas," he assured.
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