Delta State Gov., Ifeanyi Okowa. |
Youths
of Delta Central Senatorial District have endorsed Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for
second term citing equity, mutual respect and the need to sustain the tempo of
development in the state.
At
a meeting attended by selected youths from every electoral units in Delta
Central otherwise, known as the Urhobos of Delta State, the youths under the
aegis of Delta Central Equity Group led by renowned youth leader, Comrade
Moriss Idionwa reiterated their commitment to a peaceful elections and to
resist any form of electoral malpractice.
The
meeting took place at Ughelli, Ughelli North local government area of the state
on Tuesday (12/02/19) with Governor Okowa and former Governor of the state,
Chief James Ibori in attendance.
According
to Comrade Idionwa, "irrespective of political differences, no office is
worth the blood of the other man, we as Urhobo youths, have resolved
irrespective of party affiliations that Governor Okowa must continue till
2023."
"It
is in the public domain that there are plans to cause mayhem in the state so
that they can postpone the elections in the state, but, the Urhobos youths will
not be involved in any violence, we have mobilised every youth and sensitized
them in every unit to be watchful, avoid any violence, vote for Governor Okowa
and ensure that the will of the people prevails," he said, emphasising,
"no youth in Delta Central will support violence, we have agreed that
Governor Okowa is the answer, he has done well and equity demands that he
completes his two terms."
He
continued, "we are to ensure that in every unit, there will be peaceful,
free and fair elections; no matter the situation, Governor Okowa re-election
will be the most peaceful election in the history of Delta State."
Chief
Ibori at the occasion, spoke extensively in Urhobo language, stating that in
the true spirit of oneness, Governor Okowa deserves to complete two terms as
has been experienced by previous Governors of the state who were elected based
on the principles of rotation of political offices.
"I
must commend Urhobo youths supporting unity and peace; we will not be provoked,
we will use our PVC to speak for us and as you (members of the Equity Group)
rightly said, you are supporting Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for second term and
that is very good," the former Governor said.
Governor
Okowa at the meeting observed that his endorsement by the Urhobo youths was a clear
indication that the youths were aware of the need to continuously cement the
bond of unity in the state, asserting, "Delta Equity Group knows what is
right, with equity, fairness and carrying everyone along in the scheme of
things, the state will make progress."
"We
will not allow anyone to use us to course trouble before, during and after the
elections and I appreciate you for resolving that I am your candidate for the
Governorship position; though, we will be peaceful, we will not allow anybody
to come out and alter the results," Governor Okowa said, adding, "we
will not dissappoint you, we will increase the tempo of development in the
state and we all shall celebrate after the elections."
"Anyone
who arms the youths to kill each other is not a good person and such a person
should be avoided," Governor Okowa cautioned.
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