returned to his hometown in Uromi, Edo state yesterday February 8.
Prince Odi Okojie who says he is being persuaded by his people to
fight for PDP’s deputy governor’s slot in the coming election in the
state was received like a king, the people trooped out to greet him as
he rode around the town.
His wife however wasn’t with him in his motorcade.
Prince Odi Okojie’s warm reception is an indication that he will be
vying for a political office in the next gubernatorial election.
On January 25, 2016 it was reported that Mercy Johnson’s husband
would be vying for the position of deputy governor of Edo state under
the platform of the People Democratic Party.
Later in the day he released a statement clarifying his political
ambitions.
“My attention has been drawn to various campaigns on-going online
about the upcoming election in Edo State later this year
“The campaign mainly by young people (youths) and students from
Edo State and my local government, is that I should vie for the position
of Deputy Governor in the state. This is based on the premise that
since the party zoned deputy governorship slot to Edo Central where I
am originally from, I should represent various interests in the area.
“This is a gesture I appreciate; it is a good thing for people to
recognize your good work and want you to serve especially when one
has been supportive without being in government.
“I want to make it clear that the position of deputy governorship is not
a position one campaigns for, the party leaders alongside members
chose who flies the party’s ticket alongside the governorship
candidate. However, I am available to serve in whatever capacity the
party wants me to serve. I am a loyal party member,” he said in the
statement.
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