In Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government area of Edo State, Barr. Asue Ighodalo’s campaign received a significant boost.
The 55 PDP ward executives, representing the 11 wards within the LGA, gathered at Chief Tony Anenih’s residence on Thursday to express their wholehearted endorsement of his candidacy.
The occasion, organized by Ose Anenih, son of Chief Tony Anenih, served as a dual celebration for the Christmas holidays and an opportunity for Barr. Asue Ighodalo to articulate his comprehensive plans for both the senatorial district and the state.
He underscored his steadfast commitment to public service, driven by a genuine concern for the well-being of the people and a strong desire to enhance their quality of life.
During the event, Barr. Asue Ighodalo pledged to be a dedicated representative of the people’s interests, with a specific focus on addressing the region’s inadequate road infrastructure, creating employment opportunities, tackling security challenges, and ensuring access to essential resources such as water, education, and electricity.
In his welcoming address, Ose Anenih, the convener of the meeting, expressed his conviction that Barr. Asue Ighodalo was the most competent and compassionate politician he had ever encountered. He urged the ward executives to unite strategically to secure victory for the party in the upcoming gubernatorial election in September, emphasizing that supporting Barr. Asue Ighodalo, the most exceptional candidate, would guarantee success.
Responding to Barr. Ighodalo’s presentation, Mr. Barry Ebhodaghe, chairman of ward 10 and chairman of chairmen, commended his remarkable intelligence and humility. He declared, on behalf of Esan North East LGA and all the ward executives present, their decision to fully support Barr. Ighodalo’s ambition to become the next PDP governor of Edo State.
The endorsement meeting also had the esteemed presence of party stalwarts, including Andy Esene, former LGA Chairman, and Commissioner Peter Aguele, PDP house of assembly candidate Arc. Targius Irabor, party chieftain Hon Emmanuel Ogbejele Idogie, Barr. Anthony Ehilebo, and PDP LGA Woman leader Mrs. Tessy Osoyibo.