APC Reps candidates seek party, Tinubu’s support on election petitions

By Ikechukwu Okaforadi

House of Representatives candidates who contested the 2023 general election on the platform of All Progressive Congress (APC) have enjoined the leadership of the party and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to support them in the ongoing cases before the election petitions tribunal.
Briefing journàlists in Abuja at APC secretariat weekend, chairman of the Coalition of APC House of Representatives Candidates, Hon Chisom Promise Dike, asked for patronage from the Tinubu administration, pointing out that they are available and willing to make their contributions to the new administration.
It also urged Nigerians to be patient with the Tinubu administration as it unveils its economic policies and agenda.
Dike said, “The task of nation-building requires a careful planning, consultation, and deliberate action. Let us extend our trust and confidence to the President as he embarks on this journey of transformative changes. “
Congratulating the new presiding officers of the 10th National Assembly, they prayed that their “tenure be marked with accomplishments, unity, and a steadfast commitment to the welfare and advancement of our great nation. “
According to them, “Our main objective is to bridge the gap in public service delivery in areas without elected representation from our party and to serve as a medium for discussion on important socio-political and economic issues, supporting government initiatives and offering collaborative solutions to challenges in our society.
“As candidates and representatives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the nation, we embrace the fulfillment of the Renewed Hope campaign mantra of our President. We recognize that the battle ahead is not an easy one, but we firmly believe in the potential of a better Nigeria. We stand with His Excellency, President Tinubu, and we are committed to supporting his vision for development of our nation.
“We appeal to Mr President to capture the interest of the House of Rep candidates that couldn’t make it through during the election but are ready to Contribute their expertise to his administration successes through government patronage.
“We however seek support of the party leadership to support many of the APC candidates currently in tribunals to reclaim their stolen mandates.
“We are reassured by the President’s competence in selecting a diverse and capable administrative team, comprising resourceful professionals and party faithfuls from within and outside Nigeria to provide Nigerians with best team and we are optimistic that our nation will witness positive and impactful transformation across various sectors.

“We therefore appeal to fellow Nigerians to exercise patience and allow the president the opportunity to fully unveil his policies and agenda for the nation. The task of nation-building requires a careful planning, consultation, and deliberate action. Let us extend our trust and confidence to the President as he embarks on this journey of transformative changes.”