Some Salient Points In Philip Shaibu's Declaration Speech

By Besiru Enakhimion.

Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu recently declared his intension to contest for the Edo State governorship election in 2024. 

A brief and sound speech was delivered by the articulate, vibrant and youth friendly deputy governor. What are the salient points in the speech ? Will the content of the package be beneficial to the residents of Edo state who are to be governed ?

This piece is on the five point agenda set by the Frontline governorship aspirant .

 (1).  INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION :

We will commit ourselves to building modern, sustainable infrastructure that drives economic growth and enhances our quality of life. 

By diversifying our economy, and exploring new sectors for growth, we will create more jobs and economic prosperity for all.

(2). EDUCATION, SPORTS, SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND JOB CREATION :

We believe that every child deserves quality education that will equip them with the skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. We will prioritize the revitalization of our educational system, ensuring that no child is left behind. 

We will restore the glory of Edo in the sports sector by ensuring that just like the Bendel Insurance, other aspects of sports will be given priority so that our teeming young people will be able to showcase their potentials, and make a living through sports. 

In the same vein, we will ensure that our youths are empowered with the necessary skills to compete in the global job market.

(3).  HEALTHCARE AND SOCIAL WELFARE SYSTEMS :

We recognize that a strong society takes care of its most vulnerable citizens. We will initiate a comprehensive overhaul of our healthcare system, ensuring accessibility, affordability, and quality healthcare for all. 

Furthermore, we will implement social welfare programs that support those in need, providing a safety net for our people.

(4). AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOPMENT, AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION: 

We pledge our commitment to empower our farmers, promote sustainable practices, and enhance food security for our state. Through agricultural initiatives, we will create opportunities for economic growth and work towards alleviating poverty in our rural communities.

(5). SECURITY, ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND TRANSPARENT GOVERNANCE :

The safety and security of our citizens is of utmost importance. We will strengthen law enforcement and implement community policing strategies to ensure the protection of all our people. 

Additionally, we will prioritize environmental sustainability, while conserving our natural resources for future generations. We will govern with transparency and accountability, establishing a culture of trust between the government and the people.

The aforementioned  points are vital to the transformation and prosperity of Edo state. It is only a person who wears the shoe that knows where and how it pinches. Like what another adage says, "it is the part of the body that pains a man that he puts close to the fire". 

It is only a man that lives where problems are, that can also proffer solutions to such problems.

Today, people praise late Professor Ambrose Ali and classify him as the best to have governed Edo state. From the profile of the late Professor, he worked at the University of Benin, UNIBEN for five years before vying for the governorship position. Five years was enough to find out the problems in the state . He even suffered the problems with other residents of the state. He plied Uselu - Lagos road and other roads that were in bad state . He knew about health care, education and other sectors in the state. Like an old adage says, " a problem known is half solved". Prof. was able to appreciate the problems in the state and even had the necessary solutions ready before he set out for the election.

Rt. Hon. Comrade Shaibu  has been in the system. He was an influential member of Edo state house of Assembly for some years and deputy governor in the state for over Seven years . Although he has not been in position to take final decisions on some state issues, he knows the problems confronting the residents and can easily proffer effective solutions to them.

Now he has laced his shoes ready to confront the problems in the state . He is gunning for a position where he can take good decisions that will change the narrative for the better in the state. The 100% home boy deserves the nomination of PDP for the 2024 Guber election in Edo state. 

He is fit and ready for the job .