Anambra Guber: Okada, Keke operators hold solidarity rally for Obiano

By Kingsley Ezekwelu

Today,testimonies of unprecedented achievements of Gov Willie Obiano has been appreciated by the indigenes and residents of Anambra state, as Commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators in the state have queued among well meaning groups that had come open to declare support to the governor's second term in office.

The support/ endorsement rally which held at the District Officers Park, Amawbia saw the Okada and keke riders speak with one voice in support of the Governor because of his administration's friendly disposition towards them, that has greatly aided their operations.

The Chairman, Board of Trustees, Motorcycle Transport Association of Nigeria, Chief Jimmy Okonkwo explained that the endorsement was their way of appreciating Gov Obiano for all he has done to make their businesses safe and secure and for considering them among those that benefitted from his economic stimulus package.

The Chairman, Eke Awka market, Mr Emeka Agunmadu said there is no well meaning onye Anambra that will not support the ongoing transformation that the State is witnessing under the visionary leadership of Gov Obiano.

According to the Chairman of all Transition Committee chairmen in the state, Chief Uchenna Okafor, the first function of government is to create the enabling environment for people to pursue their dreams and aspirations and Gov Obiano's administration has lived up to expectations in that regard.

The National Chairman of APGA, Chief Victor Oye recalled how Governor Obiano had slashed the levies initially charged the Okada and keke operators to enable them cope with the challenges of the nationwide recession, noting that only APGA regime can do such things for the people.

Gov Obiano thanked the transporters for the endorsement and urged them to take the message down to their localities and ensure that all their members speak with one voice.

He also urged them to be observant to ensure that criminals do not hide under their platform and perpetrate all manner of crimes, assuring them that as long as they remain law abiding, his government will not entertain any call for their proscription but will continue to support them in their operations.

Representatives of the various tribes under the association also in their separate remarks gave their word that they will work to deliver the governor.