The over One hundred defectors who were received into the People’s Democratic Party PDP by the Speaker, Edo state House of Assembly, Rt.Hon. Marcus Onobun ksc , was led by a former SDP House of Assembly candidate, Pastor Godwin Ovu, APC ward 8 , Urohi , youth leader Mr Omoruyi Obehi and leader of the Islamic community in Ward 10, Abu Tunde .
Receiving the Defectors into the party fold Rt. Hon. Marcus Onobun , assured them that as members of the party they should join in the campaign for the success of the People’s Democratic party PDP in the 2023 general elections.
The Speaker explained that the party is an all inclusive one which doesn’t discriminate against anyone, as the issue of old and new member will not arise.
He particularly thanked Godwin Ovu for his support for him and promised not to let him and his supporters down.
Rt. Hon. Marcus Onobun promised to ensure all agreements reached will be upheld, as he would ensure he brings his wealth of experience to bear in the green Chambers for the development and growth of the federal constituency.
He assured that with Engineer Clifford Ordia at the Senate, he has a guide and a father figure to work with to ensure the development agenda for the people of okpebholo .
He called on all to work hand in gloves to ensure victory for the PDP candidates across board.
Speaking earlier, leaders of the defectors , Pastor Godwin Ovu said they believe in the Speaker’s vision, leadership capabilities and capacity to bring the needed infrastructural and human capital development, including the provision of basic amenities to Urohi in particular and okpebholo in general .
On their parts Mr Omoruyi Obehi and Tunde Abu were of the view that they are ready to ensure victory for the PDP candidates come 2023.