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The chairman of the seven-man Primary Election Committee for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo state and deputy governor of Bayelsa state, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has said that the party would win the November governorship election.

Ewhrudjakpo said he conducted the PDP primary in Osun state and the party won the election.

He said the aspirants had assured him that they would agree to work together for whoever emerged as the party’s candidate.

He noted: “We expect about 627 delegates for the election and we are all set. All members of the panel are here. The accreditation has started. So, we are prepared and the aspirants are in high spirits and they have assured me that they would agree to work together for whoever emerges as the candidate.

“The problem of our party is how to get the power back from the APC that had been taken power from us for the past eight years.

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“We expect a very transparent, free, fair, credible and rancor-free election and I have gotten the commitment of all the aspirants that they would abide by the outcome and we are going to make it as transparent as possible.

“You may be aware of my record that I was the one who conducted the primaries in Osun state and we won in Osun and I’m here again to conduct the Ondo state and by the grace of God, we are going to win because the sun of the last year is still the same of this year, so the rain will fall and the farmers would have a good harvest.”

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has begun accreditation of delegates who would vote at its primary to elect the party’s flag-bearer for the November governorship election in Ondo state.

Security has been beefed up at the International Culture and Event Centre (Dome) venue for the primary election.

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A total of 627 delegates are expected to vote at the primary.

Seven aspirants in the race are Otunba Bamidele Akingboye, Hon Agboola Ajayi, Engr Adeolu Akinwumi, Chief Sola Ebiseni, John Ola Mafo, Bosun Arebuwa, and Hon Kolade Akinjo.

A governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) in Ondo State, Bosun Arebuwa, has promised to uphold legacies of Chief Eyitayo Jegede and Hon Abayomi Sheba for accepting not to contest at the party primary scheduled for April 25th.

Jegede was governorship candidate of the PDP in 2016 and 2020.

He lost both elections to late former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.

Last week, Jegede told his supporters he would not be contesting at the PDP primary and that he would support the party to emerge victorious at the polls.

Arebuwa, who spoke at a media parley,
praised the actions of Jegede and Sheba for their exemplary display of sportsmanship by prioritizing the interests of the Ondo State PDP over their worthy personal aspirations, as demonstrated by their withdrawal from the 2024 govenorship race.

He urged delegates to the primary election in April to honour Jegede and Sheba by voting right.

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The Chartered Accountant assured delegates and the PDP members of his readiness to lead with integrity and diligence.

Arebuwa promised a vision of service, leadership, and governance aligned with their principles.

According to him: “Their actions underscore the commitment of our party to unity, inclusivity, and collective success in the upcoming election. Ondo State upholds the principles of equity, as evidenced by the party’s practice of the zoning system, ensuring representation from every senatorial district in the highest political leadership roles. I commend both men for upholding this practice.”

“I give my words and appeals to all Ondo State citizens, residents, and all the party loyalists and supporters of my two brothers, namely Chief Eyitayo Jegede, and Hon. Abayami Sheba

“Be assured that you will find in and have through me, Bosun Arebuwa, the great services, leadership, and governance which these two great men conceived in their hearts that moved them to choose to serve you, and for which your hearts have been given to them.”

“Chief Eyitayo Jegede has demonstrated remarkable humility in his decision, considering his distinguished track record, unwavering commitment to the PDP in Ondo State, widespread acceptance among the people, and endorsement by party stalwarts at both state and national levels. His exemplary service and leadership capabilities position him as a beacon of hope for our State. Their action is a testament to our democratic values.”