The All Progressives Congress (APC) Caucus in the House of Representatives on Monday pledged its support for Senator Monday Okpebholo, APC’s governorship candidate for the Edo State governorship election and his running mate, Rep. Dennis Idahosa.
Senator Okpebholo and Rep. Idahosa are current members of the National Assembly.
The campaign donation and declaration of support for the APC Edo governorship ticket was disclosed in a statement issued by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and chairman of the House’ fundraising committee, Rep. Benjamin Kalu.
The statement read in part: “In a strong demonstration of solidarity and loyalty to the party, the APC Reps Caucus contributed a sum of ₦200 million towards the party’s campaign for the September 21 governorship polls. The donation, made by individual members of the APC in the 10th House, was coordinated under the leadership of Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu”.
The Caucus expressed its determination to leave no stone unturned in ensuring the party’s victory in Edo State, emphasizing their commitment to supporting Senator Okpebholo and Hon. Idahosa—esteemed colleagues who have consistently shown capacity and competence in their public service.
The cheque for the donation was presented by the Leader of the House, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere. The presentation was witnessed by Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, Clerk of the House of Representatives, Hon. Billy Osawaru, and Prof. Jake Dan-Azumi, Chief of Staff to the Speaker.
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