Inspite of the threat posed by the Labour Party ahead the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, Pastor Sam Iyiogwe, a former Local Government Chairman and starlwart of the PDP in Enugu State has predicted victory for Barr. Peter Mbah.
In an exclusive chat with EverydayNewsngr.net Iyiogwe expressed understanding with the yearnings of the youths but gave reasons why it will not affect the smooth election of the PDP guber candidate, Peter Mbah.
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Iyiogwe said, “the PDP candidate Barr. Peter Mbah is also a youth. So, I believe the youths will also give him their support.
“These are the kind of people we want. You see the criticisms against certain candidates especially for the Presidency, it’s the opposite of what Peter represents. Nothing stops the party leaders from bringing an older politician as a candidate, but, the governor and party elders in their wisdom picked a youth.
“And I know that part of Peter’s agenda is youth development and empowerment. They will see it during his campaign, he is an IT man who may bring his laptop to the field and show people what he will do. This is going to be a government for youths promotion, youths transformation and youths empowerment.
“Don’t forget that coming from the private sector, Peter understands how money is used; how to multiply money, the value for money and essence of avoiding wastages which is one of the problems with our Political Leaders.
“So his chances of winning are very bright by the grace of God and with the support of the Governor, the PDP family and the good people of the state. I expect a landslide victory. I believe PDP, we have tried for Enugu state. I believe we have the support of Enugu people. We have not done everything, but systematically there has been a transformation of the state.
“Peter didn’t emerge because he is the strongest candidate, the richest or the best politician, no.
is humility, commitment, faithfulness in service is exactly what we are celebrating today, for him emerging the PDP guber candidate. And I believe Peter came into politics not because he was looking for employment, or looking for food but for solutions to the sufferings of our people, particularly then, the Idodo-zone which later translated to Nkanu East.
“There are things people don’t know about Peter Mbah. He is a very calm person, he is articulate and well organized. You see him look calm and humble, but he is a very bold person. His boldness is what brought him to limelight.
“His bold actions brought him close to the then Governor, Chimaraoke Nnamani: a man that appreciates hardwork; a man that appreciates fearless people, committed and faithful in Service. That was what brought him close to the then governor. And I want to say that what brings favour to a man is faithfulness in service.
“He was made Chief of Staff, then Commissioner for Finance and I believe he served very well, that sold him to the heart of his master then, His Excellency Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani and that relationship was kept up till now and I respect him for that.”
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