Afrigather Asue Ighodalo, a former chairman of Sterling Financial institution Plc and an aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Get together (PDP) for the Edo governorship seat, has declared himself probably the most competent and certified candidate to steer the state.
Throughout a go to to PDP leaders in Edo South, Ighodalo emphasised his competence, credibility, and expertise, claiming they equip him to drive accelerated growth.
He attributed Nigeria’s struggles to poor management, arguing that oil income within the final 60 years alone might have remodeled the nation beneath competent fingers.
“Within the final 60 years, the quantity of remuneration Nigeria earned from crude oil alone is sufficient to flip Nigeria to a primary world nation if we have now leaders that love Nigeria,” Ighodalo mentioned, expressing his want to serve the individuals of Edo State.
He outlined plans to utilise the state’s strengths, together with the very best diaspora remittances in Nigeria, by encouraging abroad investments in infrastructure bonds.
He mentioned, “Edo State has the very best Diaspora remittances in Nigeria. We’d encourage our individuals overseas to put money into Diaspora bonds in sure infrastructural areas and earn returns safely and among the mushy infrastructural issues dealing with us will disappear.”
Addressing financial leakages, Ighodalo harassed the necessity for reliable management to curb capital flight and redirect assets in direction of home growth.
He recognized agriculture as a key space for revitalisation, emphasising Edo’s fertile soil and potential to eradicate starvation.
Ighodalo mentioned he resigned from eight board positions to dedicate himself to public service, vowing to “rework Edo State and make life higher for residents.”
He highlighted the state’s ample human assets and his dedication to instilling sturdy values in future generations via training.
“As governor of Edo State, I’ll guarantee the kids of Edo State are taught sturdy values,” Ighodalo mentioned.
The PDP chief in Edo Central, Akhire Ogbesia, praised Ighodalo’s credibility, competence, and worldwide connections, endorsing him as the perfect candidate to take the state ahead.
“We’re parading a reputable, competent and dependable aspirant and a person that has the capability to develop and take Edo State to the subsequent degree.
“He has the worldwide connection to woo overseas buyers to contribute to the event of the State,” he mentioned.
Additionally, Nosakhare Ogieva Okunbo, the PDP chairman for Edo South Senatorial District, welcomed Ighodalo and warranted him of the district’s assist.
