Ahead of the Edo governorship election set for next Saturday, Governor Godwin Obaseki has announced plans to distribute one billion naira as grants to traders in the state.
The governor said the financial support comes as a token of appreciation for the market women’s loyalty and backing of his administration over the years.
Governor Obaseki made the declaration during an annual gathering in Benin, hosted by Edo market women in his honor.
He stated that the distribution would be handled transparently, in collaboration with market women leaders, to ensure fairness.
Obaseki also hinted that if Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the upcoming election, is elected, he would double the grant.
“I am deeply grateful for the support you’ve shown throughout my tenure,” Obaseki said.
He further expressed appreciation for their pledge to support Ighodalo in the upcoming election.
In her response, Madam Blacky Ogiemen, leader of the market women, praised the Obaseki administration for its achievements and reaffirmed their loyalty to the PDP.
She stated that the traders have already resolved to cast their votes for Ighodalo, confident in his ability to build on Obaseki’s legacy.
“The Edo State Women Traders have always been supportive of the government, and we promise to continue even after your tenure,” Ogiemen said.
