The wife of Edo State governor and Chairperson of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Women Campaign Council, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki ,weekend officially launched the women’s campaign for the September 21 governorship election in Edo.
The campaign commenced in Uromi, where women leaders from Esan North-East and Esan South-West local government areas met Mrs. Obaseki, who expressed her gratitude for their support during the 2020 governorship election, acknowledging the women’s crucial role in securing Governor Godwin Obaseki’s second term.
“You stood firm in 2020, ensuring Governor Obaseki’s re-election, especially during challenging times.
“I am here to thank you on behalf of the governor and myself,” she said and introduced Mrs. Ifeyinwa Asue Ighodalo, wife of the PDP gubernatorial candidate, as the potential governor’s wife.
“Mrs. Ighodalo promised to build on the current administration’s efforts, with a focus on women’s involvement in agriculture.
“If (my husband is) elected, I will continue the work that has already been started, especially in empowering women in agriculture. We aim to make Edo State a leader in women’s agricultural participation,” Mrs. Ighodalo stated.
