By Myke Uzendu, Abuja
National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Amb. Umar Damagum has charged the governorship candidate of the party for Ondo State, Agboola Ajayi to reconcile with all his fellow aspirants and carry all stakeholders along so that the party can recapture power in Ondo state.
Damagum commended the Ondo state governorship aspirants for working for a consensus and coming out with a rancor free primary election last Thursday. He charged the candidate to ensure that no one is left out during the campaign period.
The National Chairman made the admonition on Tuesday during the Presentation of Certificate of Return to the governorship candidate of the party at the PDP National Headquarters, Abuja.
He said, “During our stakeholders meeting we agreed that all the aspirants must come from the south, and by the grace of God, that is what happened. This shows the preparedness of the party to take over Ondo State.
“Even from the last election we know that Ondo is PDP and from the stakeholders meeting and other engagements we were able to come out with a single candidate.
“The candidate you have a daunting task before you. Don’t take it for granted that most of the co-aspirants have conceded to you. You need to do more to bring them on board so that you can complete this exercise. To complete this exercise is to win the state for PDP. It is not going to be an easy task, you have to start going from door to door, reaching out to them and persuading them.
“You must work hard to make sure PDP takes Ondo State. Unlike the other parties, we have an internal working mechanism and when we talk to ourselves, we are not garrison Commanders, but we engage and that is why till today PDP remains a brand. It is the only party that you will come as nobody and becomes somebody.
Acceptance Speech Of H E,Ajayi Alfred Agboola as the Flagbearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, delivered at Wadata Plaza the PDP National Secretariat, on April 30 2024.
In his acceptance speech, said that it is humbling for him to fly the flag of the party.
He said, “It is truly humbling, and I accept this responsibility and promise to carry out work towards winning the upcoming election with utmost dedication as we all embark on a new journey in service to our beloved Ondo State and our party the PDP.
“This election is a defining moment for us; It is about all of us coming together to chart a new course for Ondo State. It is about embracing our collective vision and aspirations for a better, more prosperous future, it therefore cannot be about me alone”.
He said that his vision is to bring growth, opportunity, and equity to the residents of Ondo state. “We envision a state where every child has access to quality education, where healthcare is affordable and accessible, and where infrastructure supports economic growth and connectivity.
“I am committed to working tirelessly, in collaboration with all stakeholders and the good people of Ondo State, to deliver on our promises and bring about positive change. I believe in the power of unity, dialogue, and inclusivity to overcome obstacles and forge a path towards progress” he assured.
Present at the Presentation were: Chairman of the election committee, Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State Sen. Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, members of PDP National Working Committee and supporters of the candidate.
