Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, has assured the people of Niger Delta of his commitment to the region’s development.
He promised to work to accelerate the region’s development, saying he would hold regular consultations with leaders to implement initiatives and projects that would benefit the region.
Tinubu made the remarks during a meeting with regional leaders on Friday in Oporoza, Gbaramotu Kingdom, Delta State.
According to a statement issued by Tunde Rahman in the Media Office, Tinubu “bagged the second traditional title in two days – the ‘Iyelawei’ of Gbaramotu – meaning the torchbearer of the kingdom” in the presence of traditional rulers from the kingdom led by the Pere of Gbaramotu Kingdom, His Royal Highness, Oboro Gbaraun II.
“I’m one of you,” the statement said in part. My wife is a Niger Delta daughter. Your son is also your in-law. “No be so,” the APC presidential candidate said in Pidgin English, to which the massive crowd responded, “Na so.”
“The man in front of you will carry out whatever he promised. You must be truthful and committed to your work. I represent both.
“I know the way, and I’ll take the Niger Delta people with me.” For the development of Gbaramotu Kingdom and other associated communities, we will consult with your leaders.”
“He stated that he was aware that the Warri-Escravos/Gbaramotu road had been awarded, and vowed to ensure its completion by involving the contractor in the project.”
He also stated that if elected, the Ministry of Niger Delta and the Niger Delta Development Commission will fulfill the full scope of their mandates.
“While receiving Asiwaju Tinubu in his palace, the Pere of Gbaramotu showered praise on the APC candidate, praying for his success in the presidential election.”
“If elected, the traditional ruler urged Tinubu to establish a deep sea port in Gbaramotu, an industrial park in Ogidigben, and good roads and bridges leading into the kingdom.”
Tinubu was accompanied to the kingdom by Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, the Deputy Senate President and APC governorship candidate in Delta State, Governors Abdullahi Ganduje and Mai Mala Buni of Kano and Yobe states, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources Timiprey Sylva, Minister of State for Labour Festus Keyamo, and former House of Representatives Speaker Hon. Dimeji Bankole, among others.
