Former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Yomi Awoniyi has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the Nov. 11 Governorship election in the state.
Awoniyi who served under Idris Wada Administration from 2011 to 2015, was presented by the Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello to the National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje at the Party’s National Secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday.
He resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) last week in preparation for joining the ruling party.
Awoniyi expressed his admiration for Governor Yahaya Bello’s leadership, and commitment to inclusivity, unity, and governance.
“I served as the Deputy Governor of Kogi State between 2011 and 2015. I know the state very well, and I can tell you that the current governor has done exceptionally well in terms of leadership and good governance. His humility is unmatched, and his ability to unite the people is remarkable.
“These qualities are some of the reasons I decided to join the APC and offer my support to him and the incoming administration.”
Governor Yahaya Bello, while welcoming Awoniyi, whom he described as a “big fish”, said his decision to join the APC was significant.
He stressed that Awoniyi’s move was a clear demonstration of the people’s satisfaction with his achievements and their willingness to support his leadership for the state’s success.
“I am pleased to welcome the former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Arc Abayomi Awoniyi, into our party today. Awoniyi is a prominent figure who has just joined a significant movement. I am delighted with his decision to join our party, and I can assure you that the APC will do more for the people of our state,” the governor stated.
The National Chairman of the party, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, commended Awoniyi’s decision to join the APC.
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