BENIN CITY – THE immediate past Minister of State for
Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Agba, has declared his untenyti
contest for the governorship ticket of the where he declared that the thrust of
his campaign is the Oneness of Edo kindred.
While addressing a crowd of loyalists,
supporters, and party leaders at his campaign office in Benin, shortly after he
addressed the State Executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC),
Agba said, he would pursue his TRUST agenda which means Transforming the Rural
and Urban Spaces Together.
He said his decision to contest is “borne
from deep reflections and extensive consultations with my beloved family,
distinguished leaders of our party, and a wide range of stakeholders across the
state and country, reflects my dedication to our shared future.
He also said that having been raised in Edo
North, educated in Edo Central, and united by marriage with Edo South, his
life’s journey mirrored the multifaceted beauty and complexity of Edo State.
According to him: “This unique blend of
experiences, coupled with my career in the public and organised private
sectors, has allowed me to engage with a diverse array of communities and
institutions, both locally and globally.
“Consequently, I have witnessed the struggles of
families, the frustrations of small businesses, and the deprivations of our
communities.
“The disconnect between sub-national governments
and the central government has further aggravated the multidimensional poverty
among our people.
“Our daily challenges are evident. Our
schools, hospitals, and roads, which were once symbols of progress, cry out for
urgent renewal. We must not only restore these infrastructure but also elevate
them to a standard befitting of our state’s aspirations. This is the path of
development I believe in, and I am championing.
“I therefore call on you to join me in
making Edo a ‘Wadoghe’ Phenomenon {A marvel to behold} by Transforming our
Rural and Urban Spaces Together (TRUST)”
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