Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party\u2019s governorship candidate in the upcoming Edo election, has slammed the outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki, accusing his administration of inflicting severe hardship on the people of the state. Akpata\u2019s criticism came in a statement on Sunday, as he reflected on the state of Edo under Obaseki\u2019s leadership, which spanned both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).<\/p>\n
Akpata expressed his dismay, stating, \u201cThe suffering of the Edo people has reached unprecedented levels under the Obaseki government. The administration celebrates our 33rd anniversary with pomp, but as I\u2019ve traveled through the state\u2014from Benin City to Auchi to Uromi\u2014I\u2019ve witnessed a stark disconnect between the government\u2019s claims and the reality on the ground.\u201d<\/p>\n
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He accused the current government of prioritizing political maneuvering over the welfare of its citizens. \u201cThis political somersault has brought no relief to the common man. The past eight years have been a masterclass in deception\u2014a government that changed parties but maintained the same disregard for the welfare of its citizens,” Akpata lamented.<\/p>\n
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He emphasized how unemployment, poverty, and a lack of support for farmers have plagued the state, adding that the dreams of a prosperous Edo, envisioned 33 years ago, now hang by a thread due to neglect and mismanagement.<\/p>\n
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However, Akpata remains hopeful, drawing inspiration from the resilience of the Edo people. \u201cDespite the challenges, I see hope. Young people are creating innovative solutions to local problems. This spirit of Edo State cannot be extinguished by misgovernance,” he said.<\/p>\n
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As the Edo election draws near, Akpata urged the people to use the upcoming vote as an opportunity to steer the state toward genuine transformation. He called the election a \u201cbattle for the soul of Edo State,\u201d a chance to move past the failures of the current administration and begin a journey of progress and opportunity for all.<\/p>\n
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Akpata acknowledged the difficulties ahead but remained optimistic. \u201cTogether, we can transform Edo State into a land of opportunity. We can create a state where our children build their futures here, and where small businesses and innovation thrive,” he concluded.<\/p>\n
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The election is scheduled for September 21, 2024, and a total of 184,438 voters have been registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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