{"id":100466,"date":"2023-11-11T09:54:58","date_gmt":"2023-11-11T08:54:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/imo-bayelsa-kogi-polls-wield-your-democratic-powers-eneukwu-tells-voters"},"modified":"2023-11-11T13:40:54","modified_gmt":"2023-11-11T12:40:54","slug":"imo-bayelsa-kogi-polls-wield-your-democratic-powers-eneukwu-tells-voters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/imo-bayelsa-kogi-polls-wield-your-democratic-powers-eneukwu-tells-voters","title":{"rendered":"Imo, Bayelsa, Kogi polls: Wield your democratic powers \u2013 Eneukwu tells voters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>A former Deputy National Chairman, South, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Chief Emma Eneukwu has enjoined residents of Imo, Bayelsa, and Kogi states to wield their democratic power as they go to the polls today, Saturday.<\/p>\n<p>He stressed the critical role of voters in shaping the destinies of Imo, Bayelsa, and Kogi.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement he personally signed, which was made available on Saturday, Eneukwu entreated the people of Imo State to uphold the existing momentum by casting their votes in support of Governor Hope Uzodinma.<\/p>\n<p>He emphasised the need \u201cfor the continuation of Uzodinma\u2019s disruptive yet innovative leadership that has brought about world-standard advancements to the state.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Highlighting Governor Uzodimma\u2019s unwavering commitment to progress and transformation, Eneukwu emphasized the need for Imolites to rally behind the governor.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, \u201cUnder Governor Uzodinma\u2019s tenure, Imo State has experienced significant infrastructural development, improved healthcare, and educational reforms.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He further underscored Governor Uzodinma\u2019s \u201cdedication to job creation and economic empowerment, noting the strides made in attracting investments that have translated into tangible benefits for Imo residents.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Eneukwu extended the call for support to Bayelsa and Kogi.<\/p>\n<p>He emphasized the need for a change in Bayelsa\u2019s leadership, citing the challenges bedevilling the state and why Timipreye Sylva of APC should be allowed to save the state.<\/p>\n<p>For Kogi, Eneukwu highlighted the exceptional qualities of Usman Ododo, emphasising that he is the best candidate to lead the state to greater heights.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\">Nigeria<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. A former Deputy National Chairman, South, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Chief Emma Eneukwu has enjoined residents of Imo, Bayelsa, and Kogi states to wield their democratic power as they go to the polls today, Saturday. 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