2019: Igbo APC group endorses Ambode for second term
- The Igbo Vision group has endorsed Akinwunmi Ambode for a second term as governor of Lagos state
- The group expressed their delight with the governor’s transformation agenda in the state, and stated that they wished for it to continue
- The Association of Ndieze Igbo in Diaspora Worldwide also corroborated the position of the Igbo Vision group, and endorsed the governor for re-election
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state has been endorsed for a second term in office by the Igbo Vision group in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Lagos chapter, Vanguard reports.
The development was made public by the national secretary of the Lagos state APC, Joe Igbokwe.
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Legit.ng gathers that Igbokwe stated that Igbo people had seen the way the governor was transforming Lagos, and had thrown their weight behind him for 2019.
He stated: “In recognition of his hard work, we are going to come out in millions to support him once again through voting.
“I know that the Igbo, under the aegis of Igbo Vision, supported Ambode to become governor in the face of victimization; but they have not been recognised for their loyalty. Today, I want to assure you that our Governor did not forget the Igbo, you will be rewarded at appropriate time.
"Government does not share money; it can only impact the society through its developmental projects; of which Ambode stands out.
“We have seen physical developments across Lagos; and the ongoing transformation in Ladipo market is one among numerous ongoing projects to make life better for Lagosians. We are pleased with this and we want it to continue.”
His position was also corroborated by Uche Dimgba, the vice president, Association of Ndieze Igbo in Diaspora Worldwide. Dimgba disclosed that his group had begun sensitizing all Igbos residing in Lagos state to ensure they get their Permanent Voters Cards ahead of 2019, so they can vote for Ambode.
He stated: “We also encourage those that have voters card to come out and vote for Ambode in recognition of his selfless service to the development of Lagos state. Lagos state is our home, and this is where we have majority of our investment."
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In a related development, Legit.ng previously reported that the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, asked those nursing the ambition to contest the 2019 governorship election in the state to jettison the idea.
Oba Akiolu made the statement at the 21st convocation ceremony of the Lagos State University, which held at the university’s auditorium complex.
He said the present governor in the state, Akinwunmi Ambode, was performing well and should be given a second term of four years in office.
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