In a significant development ahead of the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, two prominent former governorship aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Philip Shaibu and Hon. Omoregbe Ogbeide-Ihama, have thrown their weight behind the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo. The duo, who contested for the PDP ticket but lost to Asue Ighodalo, have pledged their support by making substantial donations to the APC’s campaign council....CONTINUE READING
Philip Shaibu, the impeached Deputy Governor of Edo State, donated over 50 Toyota Sienna buses, music trucks, and his campaign secretariat office to the APC’s Okpebholo/DENCO Campaign Organization. Similarly, Hon. Omoregbe Ogbeide-Ihama, a former two-time member of the House of Representatives, contributed a fully equipped campaign office to the APC. Both properties, located in the heart of Benin City, are expected to serve as vital hubs for coordinating campaign activities and engaging with the electorate. The Director of the APC New Media Campaign Committee, Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah, confirmed the donations and highlighted their potential impact on the political landscape. He stated that the support from Shaibu and Ogbeide-Ihama, both influential figures with substantial followings, could lead to further support for the APC from other PDP members. Omo-Ikirodah emphasized that this development marks a pivotal moment in Edo politics, reflecting the growing momentum behind the APC and its agenda for progress and development.
He noted that the party is solidifying its position and building unprecedented momentum as the PDP grapples with these significant contributions to the APC. The involvement of high-profile PDP leaders in supporting the APC’s Okpebholo is seen as a major realignment in the quest to reposition Edo State. As the election draws near, the political landscape in the state is likely to witness further shifts and realignments as parties seek to gain an advantage in the upcoming gubernatorial contest.
