LG polls: Arex Akemotubo to Contest Warri South-West Chairmanship

Pst. Arex Akemotubo, the MD/CEO of Waffi TV, announces his candidacy for the position of Warri South-West Local Government Area Chairmanship in the upcoming LG polls in Delta State. In his statement on Saturday dropped on his verified Facebook account, Akemotubo, a prominent political figure from Ogbe-ijoh Warri Kingdom, boasted his extensive political experience and loyalty to the party's values. Having held various positions, Akemotubo vowed to continue Governor Sheriff-led government's M.O.R.E Agenda, with a focus on Mobilization, Opportunity, Reconstruction, and Empowerment.

Akemotubo urged party members to unite and support his candidacy, emphasizing the values of integrity, accountability, and service to the people.

The statement reads in full:

''To the very wonderful and committed Members of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the Warri South-West Local Government Area,

I am Pst. Arex Akemotubo, from Ogbe-ijoh Warri Kingdom, I play my politics in Warri South-West Local Government Area. It is with great honor and humility that I come before you today, as a dedicated party member who has served in various capacities within our party.

Having previously held the positions of Secretary and Treasurer of our Party in the LGA, as well as serving as a Transition Committee member in the LGA, former Special Assistant, and Senior Special Assistant to the immediate past governor of Delta State, H.E. Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, I have been privileged to witness firsthand the transformative impact of governance on our LGA

Today, as I humbly declare my intention to contest for the position of Chairman of the Warri South-West Local Government Area, I bring with me a wealth of experience, dedication, and a deep-rooted commitment to the ideals of our great party, the PDP.

I am driven by a sincere desire to build upon the M.O.R.E Agenda of the Governor Sheriff-led government, focusing on Mobilization, Opportunity, Reconstruction, and Empowerment for the benefit of all residents of our local government area. Through inclusive governance, strategic planning, and transparent leadership, I aim to work tirelessly towards creating a more prosperous, equitable, and sustainable future for Warri South-West.

As we stand at a pivotal moment in our collective journey, I urge each and every one of you to join hands with me in unity and purpose. Together, we can harness the power of our party's principles and the vision of our esteemed leaders to bring about positive change and progress to our beloved LGA

I humbly seek your support, your trust, and your partnership as we embark on this transformative path together. Let us rally behind the values of integrity, accountability, and service to the people, as we strive to build a brighter and more promising future for Warri South-West Local Government Area.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedication to the ideals of our party. Together, we can make a difference.

With heartfelt regards and utmost gratitude,''

Akemotubo acknowledges his supporters and promises to work tirelessly towards a brighter tomorrow for Warri South-West Local Government Area.

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