Kassim Afegbua, an aspirant for the governorship under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, is raising the alarm that the successor to Governor Godwin Obaseki will inherit a staggering debt of N325 billion. Speaking in Abuja, Afegbua, a former Commissioner for Information and Orientation in the state, expressed his concerns and outlined his vision for the future of Edo.
Concerned about the financial burden awaiting the next governor, Afegbua emphasized the need to rejuvenate the state’s economy and governance. He highlighted the urgency of the situation, stating that addressing the state’s significant debt would be a priority in order to propel Edo towards prosperity.
Afegbua lamented the state’s precarious financial position and emphasized the necessity for innovative solutions to overcome the challenges ahead. He underscored that the next leader must think “outside the box” to generate new ideas that would benefit the people of Edo.
The APC aspirant also addressed the state’s infrastructure, citing the urgent need for repairs to the road network. He urged for proactive measures to address the infrastructural decay, even suggesting the need to seek special grants from the federal government for road construction projects.
Afegbua’s passionate appeal for proactive and visionary leadership resonates as he articulates the pressing need for sustainable solutions to the challenges facing Edo State. His call for forward-thinking governance, innovative problem-solving, and tangible action serves as a compelling insight into the imminent political landscape of Edo State.
