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Guber Poll : Ex-Kogi Speaker, LG Vice Chairmen, Other PDP Members Defect To APC

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August 9, 2023
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Guber Poll : Ex-Kogi Speaker, LG Vice Chairmen, Other PDP Members Defect To APC
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Lokoja – A former Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Momojimoh Lawal, on Wednesday, defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Lawal ,defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) alongside some former local government vice chairmen, party executives, and over 200 stakeholders of the PDP from the Okene Local Government Area of the state.

Lawal and his followers made their defection public during a visit to Governor Yahaya Bello in Lokoja.

The defectors also declared their support for Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the APC candidate in the November 11, 2023 governorship election,in the state.

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While acknowledging the governor’s impressive efforts in advancing the state’s infrastructure, Lawal specifically said the PDP stakeholders would support the APC candidate through robust mobilisation efforts not only the Kogi Central Senatorial District, but the entire state.

“On behalf of my political associates and supporters, I unequivocally pledge our steadfast support for the candidacy of Alhaji Ododo Ahmed Usman (OAU) and Comrade Joel Oyibo Salifu (JOS) for Governor and Deputy Governor, respectively.

“We reaffirm our comprehensive dedication to future endeavours, including extensive mobilisation efforts spanning the Kogi Central Senatorial District and Kogi State at large.

“With trust in you and the other esteemed stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress, as we move forward, we hereby formally announce our membership of the party as of today,” he said.

Governor Yahaya Bello, while receiving the stakeholders, commended their bold decision to join the ruling party, as well as the willingness to contribute meaningfully to the state’s development.

He reiterated his unwavering commitment to upholding an inclusive government that offers equal opportunities to both old and new members of the APC.

Highlighting the importance of fostering harmony among the diverse ethnic groups within the state, Bello underscored his pride in overcoming age-long divisions along ethnic and clannish lines since assuming office.

He considered this achievement of unity among the people as a legacy that would endure.

Those present at the meeting were Vice Chairmen Usman Anako and Momojimoh Kesty from the Okene Local Government; former PDP Secretary, Mathew Lawal, and Mamman Enesi, among others.
(vitalnewsngr.com)

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