Captain Idris Wada Joins APC family in a massive rally backed by President Tinubu, VP Shettima, Gov Ododo

Captain Idris Wada Joins APC family in a massive rally backed by President Tinubu, VP Shettima, Gov Ododo

Lokoja, Kogi State – In a significant political development, Captain Idris Ichalla Wada, former Governor of Kogi State, officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) at a mammoth rally held at the Muhammadu Buhari Square in Lokoja. The event was attended by a high-powered delegation led by Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Benjamin Kalu, APC National Chairman, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.

The APC National Chairman, in his opening remarks, reaffirmed the mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, welcoming Captain Wada and others into the APC family. He described the former Governor as a gentleman and a progressive leader, setting the tone for a day of unity and progress.

Governor Ododo expressed his gratitude to President Tinubu for his support and the Renewed Hope Agenda, which has brought significant development to Kogi State. He highlighted his administration’s achievements in key sectors, propelling the state towards socio-economic advancement. The Governor also thanked the Vice President for his unwavering support and praised his predecessor, former Governor Yahaya Bello, for his leadership.

The Governor assured the Vice President that Kogi’s APC has dismantled the opposition into disarray, showcasing the party’s strength and unity in the state. He appreciated all stakeholders for their dedication and commitment to the party’s ideals.

Captain Wada, in his remarks, stated that his reasons for leaving the opposition were well-known and that the APC is a progressive party and Governor Ododo’s performance endeared him to the APC. He praised the Governor’s leadership and the massive turnout of supporters, demonstrating the people’s desire for progress and development.

Vice President Kashim Shettima commended Governor Ododo for his exemplary leadership and strategic transformation of Kogi State. He assured the people of President Tinubu’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda and acknowledged the massive support of APC in Kogi State. The Vice President urged the people to continue supporting the President and Governor Ododo for more dividends of democracy.

The rally was a testament to the growing strength of the APC in Kogi State, with the Vice President’s remarks closing the event. The national anthem was recited, and the rally ended with a sense of renewed hope and determination among the party faithful.

The APC’s gain in Kogi State is a significant blow to the opposition, and Captain Wada’s defection is expected to bring more strength and unity to the party. The event demonstrated the party’s commitment to progress and development in Kogi State.

The massive turnout of supporters and the presence of high-profile dignitaries underscored the significance of the event. As Kogi State moves forward, the APC is poised to build on the momentum generated by Governor Ododo’s leadership and President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

Yahaya Shehu Ahmed, Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to the Governor