Igueben, Edo State – During the APC ward-to-ward campaign trail, the party’s gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, made a promise to revive the Igueben College of Education within the first year of his administration.
Addressing a large crowd at the rally, Okpebholo emphasized his commitment to transforming the educational landscape in Edo State. “As your governor, I will ensure that the Igueben College of Education is revived and restored to its former glory,” he declared.
The Director-General of the campaign, Senator Mathew Uroghide, echoed Okpebholo’s sentiments, stating that the three senatorial districts in Edo are one family. “In the last election, you voted for Okpebholo as Edo Central senator, and now it’s time to vote for him as the governor of Edo State,” he said. “He has done a lot as a senator in one year, and he will do even better with executive power in transforming the state.”
The Minister of Niger Delta, who was present at the event, expressed confidence in Okpebholo’s ability to lead the state, saying, “By the grace of God, Monday Okpebholo is the next governor of Edo State.”
The deputy gubernatorial candidate, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, also addressed the crowd, promising to restore security and improve healthcare in the state. He further stated that all major roads in Edo will be constructed using the state’s resources, ensuring that the people of Edo do not suffer from poor infrastructure.
The APC campaign’s visit to Igueben is part of its ongoing ward-to-ward campaign, as the party seeks to engage with the people of Edo State and articulate its vision for the state’s development.