– Akoko APC leaders assure Gov of victory
– Olukare, Owa-Ale, Zaki endorse Gov’s continuity
Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, concluded his campaign tour round the 18 local government areas of the State on Thursday, expressing optimism that he will clinch the ticket of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to contest the November 16 governorship election.
Governor Aiyedatiwa addressed jubilant crowds of APC supporters gathered across the three council areas of Akoko North West, Akoko North East, and Akoko South East, urging them to remain steadfast till Saturday’s primary.
The Governor thanked the party leaders from all 18 local government areas who joined him on the 7-day campaign tour, while also thanking the dedicated party loyalists for their warm and enthusiastic reception in their various areas.
The Governor and his team visited Oke-agbe, Ikare and Isua in conclusion of the tour and the people of the three local government areas came out in their thousands to receive the team.
Speaking with party faithful in Okeagbe, the Governor said: “throughout this campaign journey, the immense support I’ve garnered stresses the resounding desire of the people of Ondo State for continuity. This affirmation is rooted in the remarkable progress achieved during the short period we have spent in office. The people of Ondo State yearn for the continuation of this positive trajectory, and it’s evident that they believe I am the right candidate to lead this charge.
“Therefore, I urge everyone to identify with me in their various wards on Saturday, so that the developmental phase we have embarked on can continue. Let us ensure that our collective voices are heard loud and clear.”
While speaking at Ikare, Governor Aiyedatiwa promised increased developmental projects to strengthen the status of Ikare as one of the major economic hubs of the State.
Also at Isua, while addressing the crowd of party members, the Governor expressed gratitude for their overwhelming support which will translate to victory at the primary. He expressed his gratitude for their trust in him, assuring them of continued progress in his administration.
Earlier, the Zaki of Arigidi Akoko, Oba Yisa Olanipekun, the Olukare of Ikare, Oba Akadiri Momoh, and the Owa Ale of Ikare, Oba Adeleke Adegbite Adedoyin, along with other traditional rulers in Akoko, expressed unwavering confidence in Aiyedatiwa’s victory at the primary, while endorsing him for continuity.
The traditional rulers hailed the leadership style of the Governor and gave him their prayers and royal blessings to emerge as the candidate of the APC and win the governorship election in November.
