Manny Ita
Dr. Asue Ighodalo, a gubernatorial aspirant in the upcoming 2024 off-season election in Edo and former Sterling Bank Plc Chairman, has pledged to strategically position the state to benefit from the $17 trillion global idle capital if elected as the new governor.
During his official declaration at the Edo PDP Secretariat in Benin City, Ighodalo expressed his aspiration to deliver tangible solutions for Edo’s future, drawing on his past advisory roles to the state government. He emphasized his knowledge of the location of global funds and his intent to attract a portion of it to finance state projects.
Ighodalo also extended condolences to the government and people of Oyo State following the recent explosion in Ibadan, calling for a minute of silence in honor of the deceased. He reiterated his commitment to providing genuine solutions for Edo, focusing on addressing various challenges.
Highlighting his priorities, the PDP front-runner emphasized his goal of leading a government that eliminates deprivation in all forms, making Edo the premier place to live and work in Nigeria. His economic policies aim to uplift the underprivileged, support hardworking individuals, and foster entrepreneurship and innovation.
Education, according to Ighodalo, will be a top priority, considering it as the gateway to opportunities. He pledged continuous investments in the education sector, from primary to tertiary institutions, to transform Edo’s educational system into a beacon of hope and a means to end generational poverty.
Drawing on his 16 years of advisory involvement in the governance of the state, including chairing the Alaghodaro Economic Summit, Ighodalo identified key areas for success. He officially declared his intention to run for the governor’s office on the PDP platform, urging unity and collaboration to build a prosperous future for Edo. Ighodalo expressed belief in an Edo where everyone, regardless of their background, can write their success story through collective efforts and the right steps forward
