Rivers State Ex-Speaker Urges Voters to Back APC in Local Government Elections

In a bid to strengthen the party’s foothold in the region, the former Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ikuinyi-Owaji Ibani, has appealed to voters in Andoni Local Government Area to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming local government elections.

Speaking at an event in Ward 7, Egbormung Town, Ibani presented the APC chairmanship candidate, Prince Lucky Promise Otuo, to the community ahead of the August 30 polls. The ex-Speaker expressed confidence that the APC candidate would deliver effective grassroots governance and empower residents in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.

According to Ibani, Otuo’s candidacy was carefully considered by party stakeholders, who described him as a disciplined politician and people-oriented leader. “The state and particularly the council would be better empowered to withstand the economic storm in the country under the stewardship of the APC,” Ibani said, emphasizing the importance of a unified party front.

In his remarks, Otuo pledged to run an all-inclusive administration aimed at reducing hardship in Andoni through economic and social transformation. This promise aligns with the APC’s broader vision for the region, which emphasizes sustainable development and growth.

Ibani’s endorsement of Otuo is seen as a significant boost to the APC’s campaign in the area. As a respected leader in the community, his backing is expected to carry considerable weight with voters. The local government elections are slated for August 30, with the APC facing stiff competition from rival parties.

The outcome of the elections will have significant implications for the region’s development trajectory. As the country grapples with economic challenges, the need for effective leadership at the local level has become increasingly pressing. Ibani’s appeal to voters to support the APC underscores the party’s commitment to delivering tangible change and improving the lives of citizens in Andoni.

As the campaign season heats up, the APC is expected to intensify its outreach efforts, engaging with voters and highlighting its policy proposals. The party’s Renewed Hope agenda, championed by President Tinubu, has been touted as a blueprint for sustainable growth and development. Whether this vision resonates with voters in Andoni and beyond remains to be seen.