Former Commissioner for Information in Edo State, Kassim Afegbua, has tossed his name into the bubbling pot of contenders vying for the coveted position of governor. His declaration under the All Progressives Congress (APC) comes amidst a storm of controversy regarding the zoning of the governorship seat.
Zoning Wars: Missed Point or Political Maneuver?
Afegbua waded into the contentious debate surrounding zoning, asserting that Edo State has never adhered to such arrangements. Citing historical instances, he highlighted past gubernatorial races where candidates from all three zones participated without any zoning directive.
Edo’s Road to Redemption: Afegbua’s Vision
Amidst disarray within the ruling party and infrastructural decay, Afegbua aimed his sights on Edo’s pressing issues. Promising a revival, he emphasized the dire need for improved infrastructure, particularly roads. His vision seeks to alleviate transportation woes and boost agricultural trade by focusing on revitalizing the state’s road network.
The Winds of Change: Afegbua’s Promise for a Rejuvenated Edo
As the Obaseki and Philip Shaibu era nears its end, the question looms large: Who will step into the governorship cap? Afegbua positions himself as a candidate determined to usher in a new era, promising to transform Edo’s governance, rid it of lamentation, and restore the state to its esteemed place among Nigeria’s states.
