A former Edo Deputy Governor Chief Lucky Imasuen has joined Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu to withdraw from the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship direct primary election in holding today.
Twelve candidates for governorship were vetted and approved by a committee established by the APC’s National Working Committee, NWC, including Imasuen and Ize-Iyamu.
Imasuen’s letter of withdrawal was made public on Saturday morning, whereas Ize-Iyamu withdrew from the race on Friday.
In his letter of withdrawal from the race, the former deputy governor expressed his desire for peace and unity and thanked his “highly-esteemed supporters.”
He said: “I have come to the conclusion that since members of our National Working Committee, NWC, in their wisdom, have expressed their preference for zoning the governorship position to Edo Central Senatorial District, it is wise to align with the decision of the party.
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“I am immensely grateful for your unwavering support and belief in me, throughout this journey.
Your dedication and passion have been the driving force behind my campaign.
“While this decision was not made lightly, I trust that you will understand, and continue to support our party, as we work together towards our shared goals.
“From the foregoing, I am ready to support whoever emerges as our candidate in the primary election.”
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