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My plan for Abia – PDP gov candidate

From The Punch · () English

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Kelechi Anosike emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party's governorship candidate for Abia State, winning the primary election.
  • He unveiled plans focused on a 'people-first' approach, aiming to eradicate hunger and improve livelihoods.
  • Anosike pledged to implement a 'Feed the Abian' initiative and pay above the minimum wage, emphasizing youth inclusion and support for businessmen.

Kelechi Anosike has emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Abia State, securing a decisive victory in the party's primary election. Anosike garnered 16,543 votes, significantly outperforming his closest rivals, John Okiyi Kalu, who received 3,145 votes, and Kelechi Mba, with 971 votes.

There is no doubt that our government, when we return, will be a caring government. We care for the people, and the policies we pursue will be people-first policies. So we are telling them that no more will any Abian go to bed with hungry, empty stomach, never again.

· Kelechi AnosikeOutlining his vision for governance in Abia State.

Following his win, Anosike outlined his vision for the state, promising a "caring government" that prioritizes its citizens. Central to his platform is the "Feed the Abian" (OFA) operation, a back-to-farm state policy designed to ensure food sufficiency for the people. He also pledged that his administration would offer wages exceeding the prescribed minimum wage.

So we are sponsoring an operation, Feed the Abian, OFA. It is a back-to-farm state policy. So we need to generate enough food that will sustain our people. This government will pay above the prescribed minimum wage.

· Kelechi AnosikeDetailing his key policy initiatives.

Anosike asserted that Abia State's challenges stem from poor management rather than a lack of resources. He emphasized that his government would be responsive and inclusive, particularly focusing on the youth who are seeking opportunities. He also extended an invitation for collaboration to other political parties and individuals interested in contributing to the state's development and rejoining the PDP.

This victory is for the youths who are craving for opportunities in the state. So the time has come to give them a sense of belonging in the state, and for women who seek inclusion, and for businessmen who seek micro credit facilities.

· Kelechi AnosikeAddressing the significance of his victory for various groups.

His plans also include providing a sense of belonging for the youth, ensuring inclusion for women, and offering micro-credit facilities for businessmen. Anosike expressed an open-door policy, welcoming collaboration to foster progress within the state. The victory is seen as a significant moment for the youths of Abia, who are eager for greater opportunities and a stronger voice in governance.

So what is going happen is that our doors are open, our gates are open to welcome as many parties who want to collaborate with us, and many individuals who wish to come back to the party

· Kelechi AnosikeExpressing his approach to collaboration and party unity.
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