A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Princess Oladunni Odu, has expressed confidence in Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the party’s candidate, emerging victorious in the Nov. 16 governorship poll in the state.

Odu, the first female Secretary to the State Government (SSG), who served under late Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Okitipupa on Tuesday, that the electorate in the state would vote Progressives to stay with the ruling party at the centre.

The APC chieftain said that the party’s women forum in the state was ready for the governoship poll and had mobilised support for the ruling party ahead of Saturday’s poll.

” In Nigeria of today, the women folk play active role in participatory democracy and as strong supporters in the home front.

“The state APC women have canvassed in their homes and neighbourhood for the party, because women population at anytime is always more.

“So, the backing of the women will go a long way to shore up the victory margin of APC at the off cycle governorship election,” Odu said.

The APC chieftain said that there was no chance for any of the other oposition parties to claim victory, stressing “none of them has the leverage of APC”.

She said that in the election in Edo, APC stepped up its game and ousted the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in power.

Odu said that APC had established a formidable foundation for the economic development and political stability of the state under late Gov. Akeredolu, adding “his successor, Aiyedatiwa, has followed in the same stride.”

She appealed to the electorate in the state to turn out enmasse and cast their votes for APC in Saturday’s election in order for the government to consolidate on its programmes and the progress made in the state.

Monday Okpebholo Sworn In as Edo Governor, Ending Obaseki’s Eight-Year Tenure

In a landmark ceremony held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Monday Okpebholo has been sworn in as the new governor of Edo State, bringing an end to the eight-year leadership of Godwin Obaseki. The inauguration, which took place on Tuesday, followed the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recent elections, securing their path to the Dennis Osadebay House.

Governor Okpebholo took his oath of office alongside his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, as they pledged to steer the South-South state into a new era. The event drew an audience of prominent figures, including the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, among other dignitaries who witnessed the historic transition of power.

With the new administration officially in place, residents of Edo State anticipate the fulfillment of promises made by the APC-led government.

Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue has swore in the 23 newly elected local government chairmen in the state. Alia, during the ceremony on Monday in Makurdi, tasked the new council chairmen with accountability and transparency. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) on Sunday declared the results of local government elections held on Saturday. The results indicated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates won all 23 chairmanship and 276 councillorship seats. The governor urged them to be responsible, work for the people, and be mindful of all they do, stating that granting autonomy to the LG has its consequences. He said no tier of government works in isolation and advised them to collaborate with the state and federal governments for effective service delivery. Alia charged them to work diligently, provide leadership, and uphold the highest standards of governance in their respective councils. The governor further described the APC as serious and urged them not to disappoint the electorates who voted massively for their victories. Alia advised the new council chiefs to focus on bringing democratic deliverables to the people and to always remain in their respective areas of assignments. “This event marks a significant movement in the life and future of LG administration in Benue, especially as it concerns people at the grassroots who came out in their numbers on Saturday overwhelmingly to choose you at the polls. “Be reminded that leadership is about service and sacrifice and not personal glory. “I urged you to always collaborate with us at the state level in order to implement policies and programmes that benefit our rural communities,” he said. Speaking on behalf of the chairmen, Mr Dennis Guda, Chairman, Vandiekya LG, promised to deliver dividends of democracy to the people. Guda said they would also be loyal to the APC, uphold its constitution, and collaborate with the state government to succeed.