…Osadebe avenue will be for all Edo’s
By Liberty Obaseki, FNIM
Perhaps, this sounds astounding. Well, truth, especially for those who fail to accept is, always hurts but it is a surefire and cannot be extinguished. Dr Pius Odubu is better and well positioned to be the next Governor of Edo State.
Let me take you back to 2015/16 when all was set to hand the then deputy Governor, Odubu, the All Progressive Congress (APC) gubernatorial ticket which was the right thing to do. All of a sudden, the present Governor was thrown into the mix and unexpectedly selected as the party’s flag bearer. Dr Pius Odubu, being a disciplined and principled party man, submitted to the wishes of the ruling party and was patient enough to wait for his time. Delay is not denial and when your time comes, no one can say/do otherwise. It is imperative that we look thoroughly into the current situation in Edo State where everything has fallen apart. The prevarications of this current administration is in full glare of the public and those who can see, always attest to the irrefutable fact that something must give way in the forthcoming elections.
The Governorship of Edo State is nobody’s birthright and when one misuses a glorious opportunity, someone else has to show him how it is done. As a capable deputy to Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, Rt. Hon Pius Odubu quickly learnt the ropes and exhibited rare, unparalleled loyalty, brilliant support and contributions to the success of the administration. Furthermore, he was committed to the sustainable development of the State and became an embodiment of true leadership.
The door is wide open now and unarguably the best choice for Governor of Edo State, at the moment is Rt. Hon (Dr) Pius Odubu. Denied in 2016, he’s back where he belongs. He has unrivalled, transcendent credentials and his leadership and management qualities cannot be overstated. An embellishment will be too elaborate.
I am sure a lot of people thought that after the NDDC Chairmanship position was taken away from him, he was going to bow out and shy away from the challenges that lay ahead. You cannot break an impenetrable warrior. You cannot defeat a serial winner. That was a pyrrhic victory. Real victors emerge from adversity and quickly turn a seemingly disadvantageous situation into something worthwhile in the end.
It was a propeller and reminded Dr Odubu of the fact that it is actually the Governorship election that is going to be the true test of character and he is more than prepared for the ride.
A man of political sagacity, Dr Odubu is the people’s choice as they are fed up of the Leadership deficit in Edo State and desire someone who will promote inclusiveness and treat people with the respect they truly deserve and have earned through the years. Someone who will handle urgent situations with efficient leadership and ensure effective participation at all levels. Someone who will provide real jobs for Edolites and foster unity among party faithful(s). Someone who will put the governed first, before anything/anyone else.
It is essential that we know where we stand at this time and endeavour not to repeat the mistake of four years ago. A hero is not known for the many tales of war he can tell but the many wars he has fought and won. Rt. Hon (Dr) Pius Odubu remains the antidote to the brigandage ravaging Edo State and he will promote the rule of Law and good governance.
Liberty Obaseki, FNIM, is a management and strategy expert, writes from Lagos