Dino Melaye, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Kogi State, has stated that his candidacy will strengthen the state’s unity.
Melaye pledged to prioritize unity among the people of the state and work for the state’s development if elected during a meeting with state leaders from Kogi Central in Abuja on Monday.
The former Kogi West Senator claimed that the outcome of the PDP governorship primary election demonstrated the state’s people’s unity.
Melaye also promised not to take his party’s and Kogites’ overwhelming support for granted if elected governor in November.
He said;
I will not take the massive support of my Party and generality of Kogites for granted. This support will propel me to work assiduously for the development and unity of our State.
Earlier, Kogi Central leaders endorsed his candidacy, expressing confidence that he will keep his promises to the people.
Former Deputy Governor of the State, Chief Patrick Adaba, who spoke on behalf of the zone at the meeting, stated that Senator Melaye will receive the necessary votes to win.
Adaba stated that Dino’s gubernatorial candidacy will benefit the people regardless of where they live in the state, and urged the people of Kogi West not to miss out on this “golden opportunity” to produce a governor.
Speaking at the event, former Deputy Governor of the state, Hon. Philip Salawu, described Senator Dino Melaye’s primary election victory as God’s will.
He urged the PDP governorship candidate to continue his reconciliatory efforts, which he said had won over many Nigerians beyond Kogi State.
The State PDP Chairman, Engr Sam Uhuotu, stated that the rotation of governorship slots among the three senatorial districts will foster harmony among the state’s various ethnic groups.
During the event, the party’s former National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, stated that the party’s candidate is a household name in the state and requires little or no introduction.
He said;
Every Kogites is aware that Dino has always fought their battles for good governance. When elected into office in November, Senator Dino will bring back the fortunes of the State.