Sam Philip
It was pomp and celebration in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State as residents of the town trooped out to receive Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Wednesday for the Southern Senatorial rally.
This marked the conclusion of the firat round of senatorial governorship campaign of the All Progressives Congress(APC) ahead of the November 16, 2024 election.
Addressing a crowd of members and supporters of APC at the venue of the rally, Governor Aiyedatiwa assured that more impactful projects would be delivered when he’s elected, stating that the achievements of his administration so far are just the beginning.
He said: “You haven’t seen anything yet, there are more developmental projects coming, and I am committed to transforming every part of this state.
“The APC remains a united, indivisible family, and every leader in our party is focused on a single goal which is our victory on November 16.”
He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people for their overwhelming support, attributing it to the tangible development his administration has brought to Ondo State in a short period of time.
The Governor called on the people to turn their support into action during the coming election, saying “On November 16, I urge you to translate your support into votes for the APC, so we can keep moving Ondo State forward.”
Chief Olusola Oke, one of the gubernatorial aspirants and a prominent APC leader, expressed confidence in the party’s stronghold in the southern district ahead of the election.
Oke said: “The South belongs to the APC, the people here know the governor’s track record, and they stand firmly with him. We will deliver victory for Governor Aiyedatiwa.”
The Deputy Governor, Dr. Olayide Adelami, also reinforced the message of progress, urging the people to continue supporting Aiyedatiwa’s administration, which he described as focused on the welfare of the people of the State.
He emphasized that the governor’s leadership has brought unprecedented growth to the region, and more could be achieved with a full term in office.
Hon. Abiola Makinde, the Director-General of the Aiyedatiwa Campaign, called on members of the APC to remain united and resist any distractions during the campaign.
“This election is about progress, and we cannot afford to lose focus. Governor Aiyedatiwa has proven his capacity to lead, and with your support, we will secure victory on November 16″, Makinde said.
Speaking on behalf of the party, APC State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, assured the governor that the party is well-prepared to win in all the 18 local government areas of the State.
The local government leg of the APC gubernatorial campaign starts on Friday in Akure South Local Government.