The Governor Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has
congratulated Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa on his victory at the Monday, Peoples
Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primaries.
Governor Uduaghan in a press statement issued by his
Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Sunny Ogefere, described the victory of Okowa who
polled 406 votes to beat his closest rival, Chief David Edebvie who scored 299
votes, as well deserving.
Governor Uduaghan who is leader of the PDP in the State, charged Okowa
to demonstrate the spirit of sportsmanship by quickly extending a hand of
fellowship to other contestants.
He also called on the other aspirants to note that the
exercise was a family contest where there was no winner no loser, urging them
to join hands with Okowa in positioning the party for victory at the general
elections.
"Let all faithful members of our great party be
reminded that now that a candidate has emerged, it is incumbent on us all to
close ranks and work assiduously towards ensuring victory for the PDP in the
general elections.
"I must also at this juncture commend the
peaceful disposition displayed by all aspirants before and during the
primaries. This is a testament to our peace and security agenda in the
state," he said.
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