The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the just held November 11th governorship election in Kogi State, Senator Dino Melaye has disclosed that he was advised to shelve his ambition, but he was convinced it was time he contended for power in the state.
Melaye who came third in the election, disclosed this in a letter of appreciation to his supporters which he tagged, “No Wrong Time for a Good Cause.”
“Going into this election, not a few counselled that I shouldn’t venture because those at the levers of power in the state and at National levels may not want to see my face, but I was undeterred, because I’m convinced that now is the time to contend for political power parity in our state, because, there is never a wrong time for a good cause,” he said.
The PDP candidate who was displeased with the outcome of the election, noted three imports which in his words, are that, “the independent National Electoral Commission has not and may never depart from its iniquities, and so its sins may never be forgiven.
“Kogi State has been badly fractured and its fault lines have become expanded under the administration of Yahaya Bello. The resort to ethnic agenda is a manifestation of this malaise.
“The people of Kogi West may be taken for a ride for a long time if the preponderance of actors continue to focus more on the crumbs from the master’s table.”
For their supports, Melaye appreciated the PDP Acting National Chairman, Amb Umar Ililya Damagum, our Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Presidential election, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, all our leaders and members at the National, State, Local Government and wards, and voters.
According to him, the election day helped him clear misgivings about his political viability, lifestyle and conduct, especially in Kogi West.
“I guess some people even took the opportunity presented by that day to settle scores. I meant no harm. I have also forgiven all indiscretions. As I said during the campaign I smile at adversity. I sing at problems and I dance at hostility. I focus on happiness always.
“On behalf of my running mate, Hon Habiba Deen Mohammed, I thank all those who have deployed intellect, time, treasures and assets in executing our campaign. PDP remains a big brand in Kogi State and Nigeria. Our heads remain unbowed,” Melaye stated.
He further urged his supporters to be calm and law abiding always.
