By Ozioruva Aliu

BENIN CITY – THE Edo State chapter of the Renewed Hope Coalition has described the emergence of House of Representatives member, Hon Dennis ldahosa as the winner of the APC primaries in Edo State as a testament to the party’s commitment to promoting excellence and competence in governance.

Speaking to journalists in Benin City on Monday on the outcome of the exercise, Chairman of the group, Stevens Jim, said the APC has demonstrated its dedication to selecting candidates based on their qualifications, “vision, and ability to serve the people effectively” and as well as putting the choice of the people first.

He commended the Governor Hope Uzodinma led election committee for a good job he said they did in the state.

According to Jim, “It is worthy to note that APC is one in Edo state and there’s no division, now that a candidate has emerged, it is important for us all to rally round the winner and ensure the victory of APC in the September 21 Governorship election in Edo state.

“It is a known fact that Edo state is APC and APC is Edo state, we will do all it takes to take back our state from the vampires who are holding down our state. And in order to achieve this we must speak with one voice and support our Governorship candidate in person of Honourable Dennis ldahosa whose qualifications and track records speak volume.

“At this juncture, we will also like to commend the National leadership of the All Progressive Congress led by our amiable Chairman His Excellency Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje for standing by the truth and Commending the Hope Uzodinma’s election committee and also congratulating the winner in person of Hon. Dennis ldahosa, it outrightly shows that the APC is committed to fairness and justice”.

“Governor Uzodinma and his team’s dedication to upholding the principles of democracy has ensured that every eligible member of the party had an equal opportunity to participate and have their voices heard.

“In a time where the credibility of electoral processes is often called into question the electoral committee headed by Governor Hope Uzodimma has set a new standard for conducting primaries by prioritizing transparency and inclusivity.”

The group appealed to all contestants to close ranks and support Hon. Dennis Idahosa in his quest to take Edo state to a greater height.