‘We will work for Ondo ACN’

The Movement for Democratic Reform (MDR), yesterday, said  it would work for the success of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) in the October  20, governorship election in Ondo State.

The Association also said it has no objection to the emergence of the former president,Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (SAN) as  the party’s candidate in the election.

In a statement signed by its acting chairman ,Mr. Gbanju Aruwayo-Obe, and  Secretary, Bolaji Erogunaye,the group expressed optimism that ACN would produce the next governor of the state.

The duo, in the statement, advised the leadership of the party to put in place necessary machinery to facilitate and brighten the chances of the party  and ensure that the deputy governorship slot is zoned to Ilaje local government area.

The association  suggested that a vibrant youth from Ilaje local government with vast experience in politics be chosen  as a running mate to the party’s flagbearer.

It is of the view that such a person, if considered would be accessible to the youth and generate more votes for the party in the state particularly in Ondo South Senatorial District.

It said the objective of the Association is to promote fairness, equity and social justice among the people of the state and also ensure that credible people are placed in positions of authorities.

Gbanju and Erogunaye disclosed that the group would soon hold its general meeting where necessary issues that relate to the conduct of the election will be discussed.

“We have resolved to throw our weight behind Rotimi Akeredolu candidature. We are prepared to work for the success of ACN in the election. We are determined to send Dr. Mimiko out of power come 2013. 

“Those who know MDR very well, will not have any reason to doubt our statement. It is our resolution to work for ACN and ensure that the party rules the state in the next dispensation”. The statement said

The Group reportedly has over 20,000 youths as members and they are mainly from the coastal area of the state who felt aggrieved over the neglect of the area by the present government in the state.