Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the commencement of his campaign for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027
The governor made this statement when he received Kaycee Osamwonyi, a member of the Edo State House of Assembly, who defected from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.
Osamwonyi, who represents the Uhunmwonde State Constituency and is a member of the House Committee on Budget and Appropriation, was welcomed into the APC by the Edo State APC Chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, before being presented to Governor Okpebholo at the Government House in Benin City.
Governor Okpebholo commended Osamwonyi and other defectors, assuring them of a supportive environment to foster collaboration and state development. He said, “We congratulate you for returning home. Your coming is a plus for the party as we have five of you who have joined, and you have made our party stronger.”
He continued, “A lot of people from other political parties are ready to join our party, and soon there will be a carnival. I seek your help to drive development, and together, we will develop the state and improve the lives of our people. Uhunmwonde Local Government is very special to me, and together we can develop the area and open it for growth.”
Discussing the 2027 presidential election, Okpebholo added, “We are ready in Edo State for the next election, especially the 2027 presidential election. We have kicked off our campaigns for the President in 2027. We need to mobilize the youths in our state, and you are part of the youth. I promise you will enjoy our party as you have chosen to join us.”
APC Chairman Tenebe highlighted that with the defection, the APC now holds the majority in the Edo State House of Assembly. He praised Osamwonyi’s decision, noting that it was influenced by the development strides of Governor Okpebholo’s administration.
Osamwonyi explained that the division within the PDP and the achievements of Governor Okpebholo were key factors in his decision to switch parties. He said, “The division in my party, the PDP, made me join the APC. For me, it is homecoming as I was once in the APC. Your developmental strides attracted me back home as I want the best for my people. The projects in the budget for Uhunmwonde people are impressive, and I had no choice but to join the party for the development of my people.”
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