Imasuen said his withdrawal was due to the decision of APC leaders to zone the governorship ticket to the Central Senatorial District.
By Jeffrey Agbo
Former deputy governor of Edo State, Lucky Imasuen, has suspended his governorship ambition, effectively pulling out from the race to secure the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In his withdrawal letter addressed to his supporters on Saturday, he said he withdrew from the APC primary scheduled for February 17 in the interest of peace and unity.
The former deputy governor was one of the 12 governorship aspirants screened and cleared by a committee set up by the APC National Working Committee.
Imasuen said his withdrawal was due to the decision of APC leaders to zone the governorship ticket to the Central Senatorial District.
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The letter read, “I have come to the conclusion that since members of our National Working Committee, in their wisdom, have expressed their preference for zoning the governorship position to Edo Central Senatorial District, it is wise to align with the decision of the party.
“I am immensely grateful for your unwavering support and belief in me, throughout this journey. Your dedication and passion have been the driving force behind my campaign.
“While this decision was not made lightly, I trust that you will understand, and continue to support our party, as we work together towards our shared goals.
“From the foregoing, I am ready to support whoever emerges as our candidate in the primary election.”
On Friday, one of the frontline aspirants, Osagie Ize-Iyamu, announced his withdrawal from the race.