The former Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has formally and finally declared his intention to run for the office of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC.
He made this known in Abuja on Thursday.
The former governor disclosed that he was contesting for the position in order to make a difference, adding that he will build on the development made by Chief John Oyegun, the incumbent Chairman.
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The former Nigerian Labour Congress, (NLC) boss, said, “I am running for the office of the National Chairman because everything can get better and because its in line with the party’s constitution.
“I’m willing to contest so as to make a difference and contribute to what Oyegun has done in the party.
“Mind you my running does not mean Oyegun has failed but to continue with his works. My contesting is not to lament the use of power but ensure good membership base.”
Meanwhile, Senator Shehu Sani has thrown weight behind the former governor Adams Oshiomhole for the All Progressives Congress, APC) national chairmanship bid.
On Thursday, May 10, Sani who is the chairman, Senate committee on local and foreign debt, expresses optimism that the former governor Adams Oshiomhole is the rightful candidate for the APC national chairmanship position.
The APC lawmaker declared his support for Oshiomhole’s ambition via his Tweeter handle.
Going further, Sani is of the stance that the former NLC leader remains the best man to reposition the party and end its internal disorder.
According to his twit, “Comrade Oshiomole is the best man to reposition the party, end its civil war, Cold War, internal disorder, anomie, morass and paralysis.
“The party is presently led by captains who have lost both control and confidence and Referees and Linesmen whose whistle and flags are not respected by the players. I wish the comrade the best of luck.”