…Calls for total synergy to make Edo great
The reputed player in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas/Marine sector, Captain Idahosa Wells Okunbo, has congratulated the people of Edo State and the incumbent Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, for the victory and outcome of the election which held on Saturday across the state.
While calling for magnanimity and unity on the part of the re-elected governor, he emphasised the urgent need for total reconciliation of the different camp leaders into one family, as expressed in a statement, he made available to the media after the election.
He said: “As a loyal citizen and an indigene of Edo State, I urge all of the people both at home and abroad to join hands with the governor and build a vibrant democracy and vibrant economy where the youth can find gainful employment in an atmosphere of peace and security.”
Okunbo admitted that in the past 3 months, pitched battles have raved in the airwaves, in towns, in the streets, in villages and in every hamlet across Edo State for the governorship seat at Dennis Osadebe Avenue GRA Benin city Edo state.
The Edo billionaire who acknowledged the attack on his person said: “This same period, I have witnessed the most orchestrated attacks on my person where I was continuously in defense because of my beliefs and the position I took.
“The candidates presented their manifestos to the great people of Edo State. Thankfully, the elections have been free and fair and peaceful.”
The people he said have spoken in no uncertain terms on the outcome of the election.
Okunbo, said: It is incumbent upon me as a protagonist for the candidate of the APC, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, to now issue a statement in my personal capacity as a private citizen as I did at various times during the campaign.
“First of all, I congratulate the people of Edo State who took their civic responsibility with a sense of urgency and trooped out to express themselves.
“I also wish to congratulate the incumbent Governor, Godwin Obaseki for winning the mandate to continue for another four years. congratulations.”
May the next four years take the state to the promised land under your leadership, he added.