Kogi Guber; ADC Candidate, Abejide assures free Polls

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….We’ll not tolerate thuggery, intimidation says Abejide

The candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the November 11 governorship election in Kogi, Hon. Leke Abejide, on Friday expressed confidence that statistics would be put in place to review the activities of promoters of political violence who may desire to threaten the polls.

Abejide made this known in Lokoja the state capital on Friday at a Stakeholders’ meeting to harmonize over 15 support groups working for the actualization of his governorship ambition from the Kogi Central senatorial district of the state.

He promises to make the people of Kogi Central proud, especially in the delivery of good governance in the state.

According to him the November 11 Kogi governorship election, nobody will be allowed to use thugs. I can assure you that it will be resisted by the Federal Government.

“November election will be peaceful in Kogi state. If we notice any clandestine, dangerous movement, we will engage security agencies to tackle it.

“Nobody can intimidate anyone, we own Kogi state together. In this election, we will not allow thuggery.

He added that Whoever is involved in violence will be tamed. Whoever dares to engage in political violence will pay dearly for it. I don’t believe in violence and will never support, or encourage it.

“If I am popular, I should win, if not, I will lose.

“There will be no problem in this coming election. All I need from you is unity of purpose and dedication,” he said.

Abejide urged supporters to report any signs of political violence to him for immediate action.

The ADC governorship candidate promised to revive and modernize the Greater Lokoja Water, popularly known as ‘Ibro Water’, and ensure residents enjoy the ceaseless flow of potable water.

“The incoming Leke/Omede government will guarantee safe water in our homes. We will reticulate Ibro Water to ensure to unserved areas like Felele and Zango begin to enjoy water supply in their residences and places of work,” he pledged.

Leke reassured the people of the three senatorial districts that he won’t disappoint them when elected into office. He promised to deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of the state.

He announced a commitment to pay for the West African Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) fees of all students cut across the five local government areas in Kogi Central this year.

“I will pay the WAEC fee for all students in Kogi Central by October this year. This intervention will not exclude anyone, regardless of political inclination. When we assume office, I assure you that we will continue to pay for all students and Also, carted for widows,

“We want to assure Kogi Central that, we will not disappoint you.

“You will not work in vain. I have a pedigree in rewarding hard work, loyalty, and commitment.”

The deputy governorship candidate of ADC, Dr. Idris Omede, assured the supporters that Abejide is a man of his word.

“He has demonstrated this in his federal constituency. He believes in equity, fairness, A character most people preach but has been unable to demonstrate.

“You are the deciders. And we believe you know what is good for you and your families. Give us your votes, make us your servants for a new Kogi state.

“With this crop of leaders from Kogi Central, who believe in the Kogi Project, equity, justice, and fairness, we are confident of victory at the polls,” he added

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