Atiku Campaigns In Ogun, Promises Industrialization

The campaign train of the flag bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the fast approaching presidential election, Atiku Abubakar moved to the ancient city of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Wednesday with the former vice president promising to devolve powers to state and local governments if elected Nigeria’s president in the February 25, 2023 election.

He added that he would prioritise the exploration of the mineral resources in the state to provide jobs for residents.

“We have promised to devolve more powers to Ogun State and the local governments,” the politician told a crowd of supporters at the Ake Palace Ground in Abeokuta, on Wednesday.

“We have promised to make sure industrialisation of Ogun State because Ogun State is endowed with so many mineral resources in order to create jobs and prosperity. The PDP government will make sure the exploration of those mineral resources in the industrialisation of Ogun is made a priority.”

Atiku added that the administration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has failed Nigerians since it took over power in 2015 and should not be returned to office this year.

He said, “The APC government has failed us. Therefore, it is our responsibility to not return them to power”.