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PDP Chairman Appeals for Free and Fair Elections in Edo State

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The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council in Edo, Mr. Dan Orbih, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that the September 19 gubernatorial election in the state is free and fair. Orbih made this appeal while addressing PDP supporters in Ward 5, Ikpoba-Oka Local Government Area, where he praised the developmental strides of Governor Godwin Obaseki. The governor has introduced several infrastructure projects, including the construction of 15 kilometers of road, a modular refinery, and a power plant, among others.

Key Takeaways:

  • Mr. Dan Orbih, PDP Chairman, appealed to INEC to ensure free and fair elections in Edo State on September 19.
  • Orbih praised Governor Godwin Obaseki's developmental strides, including the construction of 15 kilometers of road, a modular refinery, and a power plant.
  • Governor Obaseki thanked the crowd of PDP supporters in Ward 5, expressing his determination to improve the economy of the state, especially in rural areas.
  • Obaseki warned eligible voters not to allow thugs, who he claimed had made life difficult for traders, find their way back to governance.
  • Orbih stated that PDP supporters will resist any attempt to rig the election, emphasizing the importance of fair elections.
  • Governor Obaseki's projects mentioned include mini stadiums across the state, reconstruction of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, and construction of road at St. Saviour.

Statistics:

  • 15 kilometers of road constructed in Ward 5 by Governor Obaseki.
  • 1 modular refinery project initiated by Governor Obaseki.
  • 1 power plant project initiated by Governor Obaseki.
  • Several mini stadiums constructed across the state by Governor Obaseki.
  • The Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium reconstructed by Governor Obaseki.
  • Samual Ogbemudia Stadium reconstruction started under Governor Obaseki.

Sources:

  • Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council in Edo State, Mr. Dan Orbih.
  • Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
  • Governor Godwin Obaseki.

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