Edo 2024: Akhalamhe Emerges ZLP Governorship Candidate

The Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), in Ed State on Thursday adopted Dr Bishop Akhalamhe as its candidate for the 21 September gubernatorial election in the state.

He was adopted at the primary election of the party held at Mela Motel, in Benin, the capital of Edo State.

Akhalamhe who was the state chairman of the party, was adopted by the party members in the presence of officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

In his acceptance speech, the governorship candidate thanked the party members for the confidence reposed in him, adding that Edo would witness massive development if elected.

“When a man is prepared for a mission, he is always excited when he has the support of the people.

“Today, I don’t just have the support of the people; I have the support of my party who has given me the mandate to fly its flag in the Sept. 21 election.

“I will work to see that Edo is rescued from the cobweb of stagnation and economic comatose. I will ensure that the state experiences good governance when I take over the mantle of leadership from Gov. (Godwin) Obaseki,” he said.

Edo State governorship is slated to be held on 21st September 2024.

NAN/Victoria Ibanga