The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Edo State, Asue Ighodalo, has highlighted the severe poverty affecting the state’s residents, attributing it to poor governance. Ighodalo, who is running in the upcoming September election, expressed his commitment to reducing the suffering of Edo citizens by leveraging his extensive experience in the corporate and public sectors.
Speaking on Arise TV, Ighodalo explained that his journey toward the governorship has been challenging, but his desire to serve the people has kept him motivated. He believes that his background equips him with the right tools to address the issues facing the state and bring about meaningful change.
Ighodalo emphasized that his decision to run for governor stems from a strong will to serve and improve the lives of Edo citizens. Drawing from his experiences, including his role with the Nigerian Sovereign Wealth Fund, he expressed confidence in his ability to make a positive impact and address the pressing needs of the people if elected.