Last weekend, Etsako Central Local Government Area Campaign Council was moved to the home of the former People’s Democratic Party’s (PDP) state chairman and chieftain in Ogbona, Etsako Central LGA. The leadership of the Campaign Council, Barr. Richard Anetekhai and the LGA Council boss, Hon. Solomon Obomighie, led other stakeholders in inaugurating the Zonal Director and Wards coordinators in Zone 4, comprising wards 4 and 5 at Ogbona.

This campaign council in Zone 4 headed by Peter Egbaileye, also known as Peter Stone, will work alongside units, wards, and grassroots stakeholders to strategize and mobilize support for the upcoming Edo State governorship election on September 21.

The inauguration of this campaign council marks a crucial step in the political landscape of Etsako Central LGA as it sets the stage for a focused and coordinated effort in the electoral campaigns. The presence of key figures and stakeholders demonstrated a unified commitment towards achieving success in the upcoming election.

Alhaji Itsunuevho, aka Alhaji Kano, a political leader in Zone 4, while speaking at the inauguration, raised a question in pidgin English, saying whether ‘person wey learn work no go dey do freedom? The question was greeted with a thunderous, he go do. He continued with the promise that based on the assurances from his people, Zone 4 will vote to deliver Asue and Ogie as governor and deputy governor in Edo State come September 21.

Hon. Anthony Omolua, a leader in Ward 5, added by saying that the period of dark age in the zone and local government is over as in our eyes are now opened. The deceit and misleading of the past leadership of the godfather has set Ogbona and its neighbouring communities to a political backwardness, adding that, the community will resist any such intention whether physical or otherwise no matter the pressure.

Additionally, he said, “Zone 4 has moved forward with the candidacy of Asue and Ogie. We know how united we have worked and fought for the godfather in good and dark times, dashing our hopes in the name of sacrifice without gain?”

The Zone 4 Director for Asue and Ogie campaign council in his acceptance speech said Ogbona community is one PDP and we are fully embracing and projecting Asue and Ogie as a household name in Ogbona and Iraokhor communities and Etsako Central at large.

The inauguration was attended by Hon. Solomon Obomighie, Hon. Fidelis Agbaiza, Barr. Richard Anetekhai. Hon. Kassim Abdulkarim. Hon. John Oghiadomhe, Comrade Amedu Matthew, Alhaji Itsunuevho (Kano), Mr Anthony Ipigbhe, Hon. Anthony Omolua, John Itsueli, Ward 4 and 5 chairmen, women, youth leaders, councillors, supervisory councillors, SAs, SSAs, and stakeholders at the LGA.

With a strong emphasis on grassroots engagement and strategic planning, the campaign council aims to secure victory for their party in the Edo State governorship election. The dedication and vision of all those involved in this initiative highlight the importance of effective leadership and collaboration in achieving political goals.

As the campaign progresses, the council will continue to engage with the community, articulate their vision for the future, and rally support towards a shared vision of progress and development for Edo State. This inauguration represents a pivotal moment in the electoral journey, and the council is confident in their ability to drive positive change and secure victory in the upcoming election.