By Benard Akoma 16/09/24
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Caucus in the House of Representatives has pledged its unwavering support for Senator Monday Okpebholo and Hon. Dennis Idahosa, the party's candidates for the upcoming Edo governorship election. Both Senator Okpebholo and Hon. Idahosa are sitting members of the National Assembly.
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, 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, who they described as “esteemed colleagues who have consistently shown capacity and competence in their public service.”
In a release in September, 16, 2024, signed by Kalu himself, who is also the Chairman of the APC Reps' Fundraising Committee for Edo Governorship Election, it states that “the cheque for the donation was presented by the Leader of the House, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere and 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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