Yakubu Dogara, speaker of the house of representatives, believes the victory of Rotimi Akeredolu at the Ondo governorship poll is proof that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is still popular among Nigerians.

The APC went into the election unsure of victory, having seen its stock plummet in recent times, primarily because of the ailing economy.

However, Akeredolu emerged winner, fending off the challenge of Eyitayo Jegede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Olusola Oke of the Alliance for Democracy (AD).

“The election of Barrister Akeredolu and the APC in Ondo state is a clear indication of the popularity of our political party,” Dogara said in a statement issued by Turaki Hassan, his special adviser on media and public affairs.

“The victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the election is proof that the party is still loved by Nigerians.

“I would like to congratulate my learned colleague on his victory at the poll, and also commend our great party, the All Progressives Congress, for a thorough and successful campaign.”

He urged all stakeholders to come together and ensure that the incoming APC government in Ondo delivers on the mandate given by the people inline with the party’s manifesto.

“As a party, we must take our victory in Ondo seriously since the people have placed enormous trust in us,” he said.

“We must, therefore, deliver on policies that will improve their standard of living.”

Dogara also praised the people of Ondo state for “keeping the election process peaceful and coming out to perform their civic duty”.

He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for “ensuring a hitch-free exercise”.

HungerBAD:
Interesting statement.

As a life long supporter of the APC,I would not push my luck that much to say Nigerians love us too much,as most of our electoral promises are being delayed because of the in-house-fightings.

But this I can authoritatively say,and that is given the choice between the APC and the PDP anyday,Nigerians will vote in the APC.

The only complaints against the APC so far,is that they tightened all the loopholes for stealing in Nigeria,and that the economy is just starting to pick up.

But would Nigerians even in their good dreams,go near the PDP?no.

Nigerians are many things,but Nigerians are not stupid. And they would rather allow a man who is strict and does not tamper with our commonwealth to rule them,than those that will loot the Commonwealth with their wives and cronies.

Once again,congratulations to the APC.

Progressive01:
Doesnt mean we love you mr. You are a crook just like 99% of your colleagues.

Awon budget padders.