The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Mr. Philip Shaibu has today monday 27th of Nov in a pre-recorded speech, declared his intention to run for 2024 governorship election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
During his declaration he said “I am aware of the need by the greater Edo people for a more inclusive government, a government of the Edo people, by the Edo people, and for the Edo people. A government of individuals who have been there and know the pains and wishes of an average Edolite.”
“I have felt your pains at close quarters, sat with the elders to benefit from their words of wisdom, led the youth in many struggles for their rights, visibility and freedom, learned the intricacies of modern governance and built adequate service capacity.”
The Deputy Governor listed the pillars which his campaign will be built on which include Infrastructural develop and economic diversification; education, sports, skills development and job creation; healthcare and social welfare; agriculture, rural development and poverty alleviation and finally security, environmental sustainability and transparent governance.
He said “we will prioritize environmental sustainability, while conserving our natural resources for future generations. We will govern with transparency and accountability, establishing a culture of trust between the government and the people.”
