The Kogi State Governorship Campaign Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has challenged the assertion made by the People's Democratic Party's (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, Dino Melaye, that the incumbent governor, Yahaya Bello, intends to disrupt the upcoming November 11 gubernatorial election.
In a statement issued by the council's Director of Media and Publicity, Kingsley Fanwo, they dismissed Melaye's claims as an outdated tactic of accusing political opponents of one's own intentions. The APC expressed confidence in the electoral process, stating that they are fully committed to a free and fair election. They also criticized some candidates for seeking to exploit the election for personal gain, while emphasizing that they are dedicated to securing a brighter future for the state.
The statement further asserted that Dino Melaye's chances of success in the upcoming election are minimal, highlighting his previous actions that led to the exposure of key PDP leaders and officials. The council pledged to employ legal, constitutional, and administrative means to protect what they perceive as an inevitable victory due to the widespread acceptance of their candidate among the Kogi people.
The campaign council highlighted Governor Bello's achievements since taking office in 2015 and argued that the APC possesses a strong political infrastructure with the support of two Senators, six House of Representatives members, 22 House of Assembly members, 21 council chairmen, and ward councillors across the state, which positions them well for success in the election.
They challenged Melaye to present his allegations to the appropriate security agencies and be prepared to defend them. The council called on the state's residents to remain undeterred by fear-mongering tactics and encouraged them to participate in the election to show their support for the APC, which they believe has positively transformed the state.
The council emphasized that the election is not merely about making noise but about the party's track record in governance and the quality of their candidate, who is described as a successful accountant, auditor, public servant, and a responsible family man.
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